Children of Dune (Dune Chronicles, Book 3) by Frank Herbert
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Book Reviews of Children of Dune (Dune Chronicles, Book 3)
Book Review: The Masterpiece Continues
Summary: 5 Stars
The twins, Leto II and Ghanima are nine years old now. They have the combined memories of all of their ancestors dating back to ancient Greece, yet thet are still physically children. Meanwhile, Alia, Paul's sister, is ruling as regent and is trying to hold on to power. Dune is beginning to change, and the people are changing with it. Stillsuit discipline is lax and Arrakis is now the center of the interstellar empire. This is the backdrop for the events in this volume of the ongoing saga.
The Bene Gesserit, renegade Fremen who long for the old ways, and a mysterious "Preacher" feature throughout this book. There are many who believe the Preacher to be their Muad'Dib, and while the twins are being groomed to be the new messiahs of the empire, House Corrino is trying to gain their way back to power.
Frank Herbert weaves a complex web of politics and personalities along with the continuing development of the most complex science fiction universe ever created. This is a worthy addition to arguably the best science fiction series of all time.
Book Review: Two adorable kids with powerful minds. Imagine it.
Summary: 5 Stars
After reading God Emperor of Dune, I am quite glad to readandlearn more about the Dune universe created by Frank Herberthimself. One of the most recent Dune novel I've read is Children of Dune which tells the story of Paul's royal twins, Leto and Ghanima. Both of them have supernatural powers like their father's but one of them is destined to change the history of the universe forever, attempting to save the sandworms from extinction as well as the lost of his humanity. Like other Dune novels, Children of Dune is simply brilliant, packed with politics, religions and a few action sequences. Some of the memorable characters make their appearance as well like Duncan Idaho and Lady Jessica. However, the only catch is that it's too wordy at times. Some people think that it's also too prophetic due to its complexity but readers will later learn that Children of Dune is remarkably beautiful and enchanting. As a conclusion, Children of Dune is one of the greatest achievements ever made by Frank Herbert.Book Review: Simply Great Literature
Summary: 5 Stars
After reading Dune Messiah, I believe that any Dune fan has to feel a bit disappointed. My faith in Herbert was lowered when I saw he couldn't live up to what he had created. That all changed when I read Children of Dune. The ecological depth of the first book came back as the planet sat in the hands of humanity. With expansions on both the role of the Atreides line and how Duncan Idaho figures into the grand scheme of things, it was clear that Children of Dune walked right in step with the original. Paul's role, although seemingly degraded, possesed a very dangerous yet passive stature. The Ghanima and Leto II added an odd level of youth and maturity that was reminiscent of Paul's chindhood. While the Guild and CHOAM were where they should have been in the struggle, (away from the conflict) the Sisterhood showed how they could be a driving force. All in all, I would have to say that Children of Dune perfected how a sequel such as itself had to stand on its own yet be part of a cycle.Book Review: The Best So Far
Summary: 5 Stars
The Children of Dune is to me the best in Frank Herbert's first half of the Dune Chronicles. I haven't begun to read God Emperor of Dune as of yet having just purchased it, but I'm very excited and anticipate maximum enjoyment. While all of the first three books are good, I think this one tops them because it is a climax bringing together the elements of the first two. It may have been more fitting for Paul Muad'Dib to complete the transformation which would have validated the whole Kwisatz Haderach plot, but I'm still not disappointed. Herbert is a master. What more can be said?
The Children of Dune is one of the best SF books I've ever read and I couldn't put it down. The Atreides twins were awesome. This somehow comforted my sense of loss at Paul's pitiful fate. . .
I think The Children of Dune well worth all five stars--plus!!
Be sure to read this one. If it doesn't impress you, I don't know what will.
Book Review: CHILDREN OF DUNE
Summary: 5 Stars
Though I could have sworn that I had ordered a hardback copy of this book, I received a paperback. The book came neatly and carefully packed. Its condition was mint as far as I am concerned. In addition to its expert packing, it came in just as expected. I am completely satisfied with this company and will continue to do business with them.
As for the story itself, currently I am reading book 2 of the series, so I cannot as yet comment. I have just finished readding "Heretics of Dune". I am very much enthralled by this series and though I read "Dune" many years ago. I was not aware of the follow up books being this good. I had tried the next 2 books in the series and was not impressed. However, after reading the latest series of pre-Dune books. My interest was re-awakened. I was then that I discovered that there was a series of books and that I had been reading out of order. I have taken steps now to correct that error.