Heather J. (ReadingAddict) reviewed on + 102 more book reviews
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Paul of Dune follows two time lines; the "present day" story picks up shortly after Paul's marriage to Princess Irulan and the "historical" story tells of Paul's youth on Caladan. All the important characters from the original books are there of course, and a variety of new and interesting characters are introduced.
I really enjoyed the Caladan sections. I remember being fascinated with this watery planet - and the contrasts between it and Dune - in the original books and wishing more time was spent there. It was interesting to learn more about the relationship between Duke Leto and Lady Jessica as well. In the present day timeline I liked getting to know Princess Irulan a bit better. As in the original books, her writings about Paul-Maud'dib often provide structure to the story.
I can't say for sure if the writing style matches the original books; it's just been too long since I've read them. It was easy to read although not stunningly written. But I was reading this book for the plot, not the writing itself, so I was not disappointed.
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Read the rest of my review at my blog: http://age30books.blogspot.com/2008/12/paul-of-dune.html
Paul of Dune follows two time lines; the "present day" story picks up shortly after Paul's marriage to Princess Irulan and the "historical" story tells of Paul's youth on Caladan. All the important characters from the original books are there of course, and a variety of new and interesting characters are introduced.
I really enjoyed the Caladan sections. I remember being fascinated with this watery planet - and the contrasts between it and Dune - in the original books and wishing more time was spent there. It was interesting to learn more about the relationship between Duke Leto and Lady Jessica as well. In the present day timeline I liked getting to know Princess Irulan a bit better. As in the original books, her writings about Paul-Maud'dib often provide structure to the story.
I can't say for sure if the writing style matches the original books; it's just been too long since I've read them. It was easy to read although not stunningly written. But I was reading this book for the plot, not the writing itself, so I was not disappointed.
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Read the rest of my review at my blog: http://age30books.blogspot.com/2008/12/paul-of-dune.html
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