travvh's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
kenda11e's review against another edition
4.0
“Deep in the human unconscious is a pervasive need for a logical universe that makes sense. But the real universe is always one step beyond logic”
Paul was kind of annoying towards the end tbh
Paul was kind of annoying towards the end tbh
kristyhammack's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.0
pacardullo's review against another edition
3.0
I'm sorry - but this just did not click for me. Intellectually, I can appreciate the world building, the depth of story, the philosophical underpinnings, etc., but it just did not grab me overall. I understand that it is part of a much larger whole, but nothing in this has me wanting to explore that larger story. But that is Ok.
aristotle_kills's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
inspiring
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
_jessecantread's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
samplem96's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
alisarifredi's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.25
krgangi's review against another edition
4.0
I wanted to enjoy Dune more than I did, and I think I would have if I were more of a Sci-Fi enthusiast. Don't get me wrong--it's a great story, but just told in a different way than I would prefer. I like the front row seat of the chaos more than watching it unfold in the background. However, I will say that for a book being published from the 60's, it still feels relevant to today (which is, in itself, a scary thought).
I can see why others love this series; It's expansive, it's full of lore, there's prophecy, political intrigue, mystery, and adventure. After researching online and watching multiple videos about what happens in the "Dune World," it sounds absolutely intense. Unfortunately for myself, I just don't think I'll make it there since it feels like a slow-building journey.
Nothing wrong with the story itself, just wasn't the right pace for me.
I can see why others love this series; It's expansive, it's full of lore, there's prophecy, political intrigue, mystery, and adventure. After researching online and watching multiple videos about what happens in the "Dune World," it sounds absolutely intense. Unfortunately for myself, I just don't think I'll make it there since it feels like a slow-building journey.
Nothing wrong with the story itself, just wasn't the right pace for me.
ld153's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed this book. My mum and a couple of my friends have been telling me to read it for years. So I finally bought it on my kindle and read it. It took me a while to get into, as it kind of throws you into the middle of this new world. At first I thought it was like any other fantasy book, but then I realised that it combines fantasy and sci-fi. I guess I assumed it was a low/no tech world as there are sand dunes. But the universe that Dune is set in has lots of different planets, and the main family is sent to Dune (as punishment maybe, am not really sure if they told us). Anyway, the main character, Paul, is 15 at the beginning of the book. He is trained by his mother, Jessica, who is a kind of witch... kind of. Anyway, Paul's family is sent to take over the ruling of Dune. Which is a harsh sad planet where 'spice' and water are the sought after resources. Spice is something that is a commodity in the universe Dune is set, so the Harkonen ruling family that they are taking over from are annoyed as they will no longer control the spice trade.
Attempts are made on their lives and Paul and his mother end up on the run with the Fremen (the natives to the planet). The Fremen are anti-invaders. They also have an old legend about a hero who will be born from a Bene Gesserit (Jessica) and who will save them.
The book takes place over a few years, lots of politics, religion, and economics. I have friends who enjoyed it, and friends who did not. So I was a little unsure about it. I did end up really enjoying it once I knew the world, and what the meanings of many words were. Very enjoyable read :)
Attempts are made on their lives and Paul and his mother end up on the run with the Fremen (the natives to the planet). The Fremen are anti-invaders. They also have an old legend about a hero who will be born from a Bene Gesserit (Jessica) and who will save them.
The book takes place over a few years, lots of politics, religion, and economics. I have friends who enjoyed it, and friends who did not. So I was a little unsure about it. I did end up really enjoying it once I knew the world, and what the meanings of many words were. Very enjoyable read :)