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This book was awesome. From the first chapter I was involved. I have loved Harry since the moment I first opened a book. My only thing was, was that I woul have liked more of a story from Voldermorts defeat to 19 years later. We need another book! AWESOME, is the best I can describe.

I wasn't at all disappointed by the ending of the Harry Potter series. If anything I was even more excited. I loved it and you will too!

thank you, thank you, j.k. rowling, you are the greatest woman on this planet. your books total have brought me so much money...i'm loaded!

and hey, it's good stuff, too, i've flipped through a couple of the books and they seem pretty good. i mean, with all the business i do daily i don't get much time to read, but you gotta give a little time to the best young adult series in the world.

so everyone buy this book now, as well as the other books in the phenomenal series...

from me!!

thanks for shopping.

The seventh installment of the Harry Potter series left me feeling high and dry at a time I felt I should have been celebrating. It was the end of an era! My defining childhood literature! And yet Rowling's attempt to bundle her created world into one neat little parcel failed miserably.

Without giving any specifics, I felt that the deviation from Hogwarts did not suit the characters at all. Their 'journey' fell flat in my eyes - a cowardly tactic despite the devastation in the world surrounding. The unbridled skewering of characters left and right seemed reminiscent of a B-grade horror film. A hundred pages in I was afraid Voldemort would be left by the sidelines in favor of much more controllable zombie armies to finish off all of the light side.

Any romance attempting to develop during the story line is utterly lost in the constant movement and action, which turned more boring then battle intense by the end of the novel. The final battle is overly dramatic and missing some vital characteristic that I am still unaware of. And can anyone say hero complex?

But beside all that, I believe the most horrible part of the ending to this generations defining series is the Epilogue. Not only does it attempt to give the next twenty years' worth of history in less than twenty pages, but it was uncalled for. What happened to letting the reader decide what happens? Who needs a pretty bow telling you that so-and-so lived happily ever after with fifteen kids, the end? J.K. Rowling, borrowing one of her favorite lines, completely bulloxed the ending with a few words too many.

In conclusion, steer clear of this book. The only thing that lies here is eight hours of pure disappointment.

The book is in excellent condition and I am extreemly please with it and the purchase price, and the quick delivery of the book to my home. Mary

A truly fascinating, in depth, story of a child/man deprived of care and love who still ends up a giving, caring adult. A man who gives his "all" to those he considers his responsibility. I totally enjoyed the book.

I couldn't put this book down. My emotions were on a roller coaster, always asking myself how could people be so cruel. Then everything fell into place. Without the roller coaster ride of emotion this book would not have been as terrific, exciting, edge of your sit nail bitter. Always wondering what else could they possible do to Ash. Dark Hunter fans will enjoy, love, and keep this book forever.
This is another keeper for collection of books. Ms. Kenyon has done it again.

I'm obviously going to be in the minority here but I just can't give this book a glowing review. I LOVE Acheron and I've loved almost every single book that SK puts out but she didn't do enough justice to the character that she's been building up. I liked the first half of the book where it gives you the background of what makes Ash who he his today. That was great. But I think she really should have stopped there and dedicated a whole separate book to the current day and his love story. It felt WAY too rushed and quick for a man who has lived 11,000 + years. And too easy and unbelievable. She sort of turned Acheron into a sissy man or something compared to the force to be wreckoned with that he his in every other book. I think his love story should've been been way more explosive and dangerous than it was. The character she wrote to play his love interest was extremely bland and seemed undeserving of Ash, maybe its because SK spent almost zero time creating that character so there was nothing really to love or relate to with her. This won't keep me from eagerly awaiting the next book from SK but I do think she did a disservice to Acheron.

I love the Dark Hunter books and I have to say that this is probably my favorite. It's like all the rest were building to this and it didn't disappoint for me. Sherrilyn Kenyon did it right.

I actually liked the whole thing, even the beginning. What was even better was that she actually warned people before they started reading that it wasn't the typical funny, sarcastic Ash for the first half of the book. I have to respect an author of a series who does that. If you are going out of the norm and you have a loyal following, you should warn people so if they don't want to read it they don't have to, but at least they aren't going to be surprised. There have been all too many authors who take advantage of their loyal base of readers and just go in a totally opposite direction. This wasn't the case with Acheron.

It all fell in line with what we know (or didn't know) about Ash. It may not have been pleasant, but it explained a lot.

I loved this book. I loved the length too. It's too bad her publisher/editor don't let her go longer on the other books.

For those whom love their tortured heroes, it doesn't get much better then Acheron. For the first 400 pages my heart, hurt, ached for the horrible things that was done to him. If you like a book that makes you feel, if you like a hero that makes you want to pull him off the pages and comfort him. Wow this book is for you..

Without giving away anything. Ms Kenyon goes into a lot of detail of not just telling, (which is the case for a lot of tortured heroes.) but she actually shows us what was done to him. Let me tell you everything horrible that could be done to Ash was done to him, shown and driven home in this book. If such things offend you, then you are probably better off reading a less tame book.

That said, the sad thing is this is dealing with a harsh brutal times when slavery and treating people like cattle was common place. In that regard, I too will go along with all the reviews as well as Ms. Kenyon that the details of Ash life was much needed. Even though it was some 400 pages into the book before the actual romance started to happen, I honestly didn't miss it to that point. Ash life while horrible, was engaging and hard to pull yourself away.

I really grew to hate Artemis in this book. I had a on and off love for Ash's sister. She meant well bless her but sometimes you wanted to scream at her to leave him alone, she was only making things worse for him. Then when she died, I felt really bad because aside from his true mother, she was the only one in the world that loved him and tried to do right by him.

This book while 700 pages is a short read. It grips you so hard to keep turning the pages that before you know it, its nearly over.

I think I would have liked this book to be 800 pages and devote a little more time to the love story. I mean Ash went 11 thousand years and suddenly fell in love fairly quick. I would have liked to see a little more time in developing the romance, but other then that minor complaint, it is THE best of the dark hunter books. I didn't think she'd top Zarek's story, but even his horrid life seems tamed compared to what Ash went through.

All and all, a great story.

this has to be the most awesome book series yet while harry potter is one of my favorite books this comes whithin a two point close at second. i like how Mr. Riordan has everything packed into a couple hundred pages that means at every turn theres always something exciting happening. Mr. R. my favorite series about Olypians is denfinetiely this series. can't wait for the last one

"This book is about a little boy named Percy Jackson, who is a half-blood -- part god (one of Triton's sons) and part human. In this Battle of the Labyrinth, Percy is trying to save the half-blood camp, where all of the little half-bloods go; from a boy named Luke, who has turned upon his own kind and sides with Kronos (Triton's father), who wants to destroy the camp. I think the book was a very enjoyable book to read (I read it all in one day) and I loved the way this series of books were written and put together."

My husband, 10 year old son and I have been following the Percy Jackson saga - and this latest installment did not disappoint. The old characters are back and though they are consistent there is appropriate growth. Plenty of new monsters, new obstacles, and a very satisfying continuation of the larger plot. We look forward to the next book!!!

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One again I haven't read this book but my grandson loves the set. He says that they're really good.

While this wasn't as amazing as the Mercedes Thompson series (set in the same world with the same- more or less- characters), it is worth a read. It explains some things the Mercedes books don't (or haven't yet) and gives you more of an understanding of Bran, who is, quite simply put, the patron saint of awesome. Don't mistake me, though. This book is focused on Charles and his new mate Anna, who is a rare and most welcome Omega in the werewolf world.

I feel as if the book was more concerned with their relationship, and the troubles and changes there-in, than the mystery-bad-guy-evil-plan part of the plot. So it is more quiet than the Mercedes books in that way. But again, still worth a read.

Cry Wolf was a good novel with an interesting plot (like all of Patricia's books), but I couldn't get as into it as her Mercy books. Of course, that's because I wanted Anna to be Mercy and she very clearly is not. If you like more of the "damsel-in-distress" type characters than you'll enjoy Anna. Also, there wasn't much build-up in the relationship between Anna and Charles because we know from the very beginning that they're aready mated. So if unsatisfied love is your thing (which it is for me), stick to the Mercy books.
Overall an enjoyable book, but on the charcter side of things, doesn't compare to the Mercy series.

I loved this book, but have to agree with some of the other reviewers that it was very difficult to get into because, although it SAYS it is the first in the series, it is actually a sequel to a short story contained in the anthology ON THE PROWL. I would not have known this except I checked out the author's forum. The publishers MAJORLY screwed up when releasing this book because they either should have had a recap in the intro, included the short story, or TOLD THE READER IT FOLLOWED THE OTHER BOOK.

I do not hold this against the writer, however, and rated it higher. I doubt this was her decision and so she can hardly be blamed for such stupidity on the publishers part. I am not in the process of ordering the first book since none of the bookstores in my area have it (another MISTAKE the publisher made--at least have the first book available). Very annoying but worth the effort. Get the first book and the read this one. You'll enjoy it.

It was nicelly written. And what I liked about it was an inside look into some of the charachters we got to meet in Mercy series... So to make a long story short the book is good as a supporitnve read for those who are already fans of Mercy books

I love all of Patricia Briggs' books. This one was no exception. It had great characters and a good plot. I definitely recommend this book.

This book is officially my favorite Warrior Cats book now. It's a far cry from the other PO3 books, as there is more action, the three begin to do more with their powers, and more is revealed than ever before. This series is obviously the most mysterious of all the three series, and this book both unlocks and spins mysteries right and left. A new character is introduced, Sol, the mysterious (there's that word again!) newcomer who begins to turn ShadowClan away from the lake and StarClan. The three contemplate and act on their powers like never before, Lionpaw with his strength in battle and Jaypaw with his power to step into other cats' minds. Hollypaw has no clear, defined power yet, but she will come. Or rather, i should say Hollyleaf. And Lionblaze. This book is well worth the purchase, and if you're feeling unsure after the last three books, this one will definitely change your mind.

The Giver presents the reader to a dystopian society that has forayed the people's right to CHOICE in an odious fashion; but nonetheless, it can at times be furtively appealing in an hypnotic way. To analyze this society initially it is quite inscrutable to identify how a people could so ardently support such an articulated "guidance." While this book is merely fiction, it indeed sheds light on an ideology that either is intrinsically intelligent, or it is quite eloquently repugnant to the nebulous of human desire, freedom to endeavor. Being a Constitutionalist I prefer the latter rather than the former. To have one's perspective sculpted and wrought by a fashion of governmental control by means of familial degradation and division from a biological existence, sexual drive altered by compulsory pharmaceuticals, intricate scheduling of one's day, standards and virtues that are ubiquitous, one all encompassing day of "birth", population control, genetic manipulation, and procuring children and spouses by application and approval only, is quite destitute of any CHOICE. Is this inane? Is this madness? Or, if freedom was not known in the context that of which is lain before us in the U.S. Constitution-which both Republicrats and Demopublicans are obscuring-would this dystopia be so divisive? The society in this book is something one could indeed marvel by pretext to the actual context due to the lack of tyrannical behavior. We must not be disillusioned. We must not allow the propagators' evidence and statistical datum to dissuade us from having the penchant to pursue freedom as a virtue over security. For such a society in essence, no matter success, does indeed revoke the core and foundations of an inalienable right that our predecessors have fought eons for-FREEDOM! Articulating political structure is arduous and elicits much dissension along the way; however, do not let that make one despondent or draw forth consternation or political apathy. For if political structure, by and for the people, becomes a derelict, then for our children FREEDOM will be merely a vestige. Or, perhaps a more formidable coin, an antiquated myth.

Lowry has definitely deserved to be upon the list of writer's that has hit a symphonic political note. While not as fecundated as George Orwell's (Eric Blair) writing, she has a latent exhortation for us, or at least for me. The book also has a rendition upon perspective of reality and that will certainly shift the tides of what constitutes this book's yield. I would suggest everyone to read this book, along with other dystopian and utopian classics. Each of those titles have their own way of exorcising the demons from both forms of society.

The end did irritate me slightly, I wanted a more pronounced and clarified ending. Nonetheless, following with the book's thesis, THE MATTER OF CHOICE, Lowry leaves it to the reader to bestow your interpretation; which is elating for some and exacerbating for others. My ending was grim which was evoked by random forethought rather than by intention.

As a teacher of learning disabled students...I can say that all of my pupils loved this book. Some of the ideas might need a bit of explaining, but it is a story that kids can really get into.

It's a bit difficult to put into words how I felt about Lowry's The Giver. The first thing that came to mind and just wouldn't go away is "horrific". And though one can't really be caught surprised with the unfolding of events since Lowry, as a measure of her skill as a storyteller, quite expertly built up the climax, there's still a part of me that kept thinking, "Surely it wouldn't be so bad..."

Of course, it was inevitable that this seemingly eerily perfect world she created would topple. And it was all brought about by the power of memories and one's yearning for love. It made me realize that I've never felt so perplexed and awed by a story in a long while.

Certainly dialectic and begging for a multitude of interpretations, The Giver is another one of those worthy reads that dared to explore, among other things, the boundaries of threshold a person can reach, along with one's capacity to break free of bonds just to truly realize what it is to be human.

I have read The Giver 4 times--twice to myself and two other times to other people. This is one of those books that should be read more than once, just because of all the information in it. The Giver starts off slow, and migh deter some younger readers, but once it gets a few chapters in it becomes very intriuging and thought provoking. This is a wonderful book for young kids to first realize and understand the freedoms and other important things we have in our world today. This also teaches that sometimes living through the bad in life is worth it to get the good. I really cannot say enough about this book. It is simply excellent.

The reviews of The Giver are absolutely hilarious. People, this is a book marketed to young adults; don't let it kick you around. The author, Lois Lowry, expects the reader to make inferences at certain points throughout the novel. You are going to have to turn your brain on and do a little teeny tiny bit of thinking. But that's okay! Just take a deep breath and try to remain calm. You will make it out alive, trust me.

Seriously, the reader response to this book is almost as fascinating as the book itself. When the adults responding here are not complaining about The Giver being hard to understand, they are objecting to its violent content. Isn't that a little like saying our government's anti-drug commercials are too shocking for TV? When authors write about totalitarian societies, they usually try to frighten the reader into guarding against the emergence of such horrors in real life. It's ironic how the reviewers here, in their responses, betray the habit of being spoon fed their truth in much the same way as the characters in this novel. The members of Jonas' community cannot think for themselves, and the reviewers of this book can't even puzzle out the climax. Not only that, but their aversion to The Giver's violent content is exactly the kind of attitude that would lead to a safety-obsessed world like the one Lowry envisioned.

I'm awarding The Giver three stars. It's an overall decent dystopian novel, but it's flawed in that it doesn't stand out as particularly memorable. A story like Animal Farm, by contrast, sticks with you for the rest of your life. Authors who write about totalitarianism probably want to make a deep impact on their audience and drive home a message. If the message doesn't stick, the book is a failure (at least to a degree). Nevertheless, all in all The Giver is a worthwhile read for all age groups.

This was my son's favorite book when they were toddlers and I loved reading it to hem. I
just purchased again for my 5 month old grandson. This book helps children tap into their personal power within through the use of likeable imaginative monsters. Ce Ce

Sometimes we just can't seem to settle down before bed. During those times, I reach for "Where the Wild Things Are" so that my two sons can roar their terrible roars and gnash their terrible teeth and roll their terrible eyes and show their terrible claws.

The book is short -- perfect for bedtime reading -- and very interactive. The story follows Max and his wild imagination to a magical land. I use the book to reinforce in my sons that they need to settle down in the evening and not get into the type of mischief Max falls into.

This is a great addition to your bedtime reading collection.

I loved this book as a child, so I bought it for my 4 year old. I had forgotten how great it is. It's truely a spectacular little adventure. Not too long to even read two or three times...you know how four year olds are...

This one is a classic, of course. Chances are that you remember it from your own childhood, what more is there to say?

My nieces love this one. It's not too wordy, so it's great for very little children and for those nights where you really want everybody in bed five minutes ago! But the words that are there are perfectly selected, nothing is missing. Lyrical is the word I'd use.

And the story about Max having his time-out and repenting (or, for that matter, his mother changing her mind about her over-reaction) is one that most children can relate to, I think.

If you want something really wild read the Adventures With Boys series! It's as good as this book!

I never received the product in the mail. Needed it for summer reading for school and had to go to the bookstore to buy it.

This a classic must-read. Deep, interesting and a parable. Dont't miss reading it.

Fahrenheit 451 was the first novel to describe what would happen if people couldn't think. It is an interesting story that you don't find much. The world it draws up has no basis. This is because people can't think. In Fahrenheit 451, people are not allowed to have books because the government is afraid of an educated society. This book is very distressing because censorship could happen today. If there was censorship, the world would become dull and disturbing, as nothing would happen. There would be no great events, and this would cause no one to realize anything. This is the reason that it is still popular today. It is because of how controversial it is, in the fact of the world it portrays.

Fahrenheit 451 is a masterful speculation of what the world would look like if events continued to unfold in its destructive progression. What happens to our cognitive abilities when we are glued to the "wall" every night, plug our ears with sound, and shut ourselves in our homes? Who are our families? Do we care about our neighbours, or even our own families? A great book, and a must read!

This is a book that really get writers hooked. A society that didn't care fore book... Oh my! What will happen to mankind if the wisdom of time pass weren't available anymore? and then what will happen to you, if you were to oppose the silence of the books? A great tale and a lot of wisdom.

Anna del C.
Author of "The Elf and the Princess"
and "Trouble in the Elf City"