Sins of the Fathers: A Gabriel Knight Novel by Jane Jensen
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Book Reviews of Sins of the Fathers: A Gabriel Knight Novel
Book Review: An ancient curse, an underground cartel...do I smell Sierra?
Summary: 5 Stars
In 1993, Sierra online released the GAME of Sins of the Fathers. Now, Jane Jensen has written the book. Both are incrediby god, but if you want more bang for the buck and a lot more action, excitement, fun, and overall coolness, play the game. The book was good, but a lot of the profanity was unecessary and didn't quite fit in.Honestly, how many times in three pages are you allowed to say the "F" word? Also, the author had pictures in the book. I know it's hard to describe the veve and the voodoo code, but it seemed a little hokey to me. Also, in order to imagine some of the places, you need to play the game first. But don't let this stop you from reading. This is still an excellent book. The suspense and action is great. But if you want the best, the game is the way to go. -DKPBook Review: Great book!
Summary: 5 Stars
The book was simply amazing. Though, playing the game spoiled the plot, etc., the book was great.It's wonderful when you get to read about how the characters feel. And, since it's a book, she has much more ground on the types of themes, and vocabulary that she can use.
The book is a _must_ read. Even if you have played the game, the book itself is a new experience.
The characters are well developed, especially, our hero, Gabriel Knight. The plot changes a bit, making it interesting. Scenes in the game are described well in the book, sometimes even better. The characters do different things, like 'laugh' at certain parts of the book.
Get the book, read it, then play the game.
I just can't wait for the next book, and the third game!
Book Review: Gabriel Knight, Sins of the Fathers
Summary: 5 Stars
I knew this first as a computer game by Sierra. I was beautifully done, animated, the subsequent Knight game had real actors, places, very well done. The stories are intense, puzzle.
Fate steps in, Gabriel Knight writer and owner of a book store, in Louisana, is led, almost pushed-proded to his destiny that won't take "no" for an answer.
It turns out, that he comes from a long line of "Shadow Hunters" and his father who came to America, fled what he called the family curse. It is their duty, and priviledge to be Schattenjager.
The book is good, I can carry it with me, and read my favorite passages.
Awesome story.
Book Review: Mature, entertaining fiction
Summary: 5 Stars
To say I enjoyed the book is an understatement. I first played GK1 almost four years ago, and hadn't played in almost two years before I bought the book. I was bowled over by the nostalgia, panache and the overall atmosphere of the book - laughing when Gabriel was meant to laugh, being embarassed when he was embarassed... The game was brilliant, the book equally so. Probably the best fiver I've ever spent on a novel. Everything is there - strong plot, well drawn characters, compelling themes and, for a debutant, technically excellent, unlike most of the junk horror novels I read by more "established" writers.Book Review: YOU HAVE TO READ THIS!
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is outstanding! Personally, I am a Gabriel Knight FREAK! The first time I played the game, I was dazzled at the dialogue. The advantage of the book is that Jane Jensen spent more time on details (most stuff you won't see in the game). It has a storyline that will take you into a whole new dimension. If you have already played the game (or vice-versa) nothing will be spoiled for you! Read the book and you'll understand why I love it so much. I also recommend Gabriel Knight 2: The Beast Within, The Game (And I believe the book is in the process of being wrtten).