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Where did our trust go?
I've read through "Bloodhound" twice now, and I just recently looked through the other reviews. I was surprised to see so many people upset that Ms. Pierce took this book in a new direction.
It's true: many of the characters in the first book of the series ("Terrier...Read More
It's true: many of the characters in the first book of the series ("Terrier...Read More
I've read through "Bloodhound" twice now, and I just recently looked through the other reviews. I was surprised to see so many people upset that Ms. Pierce took this book in a new direction.
It's true: many of the characters in the first book of the series ("Terrier") only make brief appearances in this book. But have faith, people! Tamora Pierce rarely introduces and names a character without making them an integral part of the series AS A WHOLE. The series isn't finished! Hold your horses!
I have faith that Rosto, Kora, Ersken, Aniki, and the rest will have plenty to say and do in "Mastiff", the next installment of this series. Many of you were angry at Ms. Pierce for neglecting the Beka-Rosto love story, but she often gives her characters multiple romantic interests before elaborating on the best option. Think Alanna-Jon-Liam-George here folks.
And besides, these aren't romance novels; they're adventure stories! The romance is certainly lovely, I'll admit. But as far as the Protector of the Small books being bad simply because Ms. Pierce didn't secure a life-long romance for Keladry? That's poppycock. You should be reading the Twilight series for that sort of romance.
"Bloodhound" is a great book with a lot to say about a lot of very relevant issues, including (but not limited to) homosexuality, the economy, torture methodology, and a woman's perceived "place" in the world. If you can't appreciate any of that simply because Beka and Rosto don't have a make-out session, you'd really better try a re-read.Show Less
It's true: many of the characters in the first book of the series ("Terrier") only make brief appearances in this book. But have faith, people! Tamora Pierce rarely introduces and names a character without making them an integral part of the series AS A WHOLE. The series isn't finished! Hold your horses!
I have faith that Rosto, Kora, Ersken, Aniki, and the rest will have plenty to say and do in "Mastiff", the next installment of this series. Many of you were angry at Ms. Pierce for neglecting the Beka-Rosto love story, but she often gives her characters multiple romantic interests before elaborating on the best option. Think Alanna-Jon-Liam-George here folks.
And besides, these aren't romance novels; they're adventure stories! The romance is certainly lovely, I'll admit. But as far as the Protector of the Small books being bad simply because Ms. Pierce didn't secure a life-long romance for Keladry? That's poppycock. You should be reading the Twilight series for that sort of romance.
"Bloodhound" is a great book with a lot to say about a lot of very relevant issues, including (but not limited to) homosexuality, the economy, torture methodology, and a woman's perceived "place" in the world. If you can't appreciate any of that simply because Beka and Rosto don't have a make-out session, you'd really better try a re-read.Show Less
posted by iamnotanelf on May 5, 2009
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3 out of 6 people found this review helpful.
What a disappointment and What a long wait
If anyone else is a HUGE fan of the Tortallion quartets and Ms. Pierce's other Tortallian books, including Terrier, then you most definitely going to go out and buy Bloodhound.
Fans of Becca Cooper have eagerly been awaiting the arrival of this book since 2006 and can ...Read More
Fans of Becca Cooper have eagerly been awaiting the arrival of this book since 2006 and can ...Read More
If anyone else is a HUGE fan of the Tortallion quartets and Ms. Pierce's other Tortallian books, including Terrier, then you most definitely going to go out and buy Bloodhound.
Fans of Becca Cooper have eagerly been awaiting the arrival of this book since 2006 and can I say what a waste of time? Unlike the first one, this one has a very weak storyline. The characters are forgettable and some of the best ones are only in the beginning and the end.
Not to give away any spoilers, but Becca winds up "giving herself" to another guy. Things with Rosto have progressed no further, and he is only mentioned probably 6 times throughout the whole book.
All I can say is what happened? From such a talented author, comes this... 'novel'? There were no new elements of surprise, no twist in the plot, no witty dialogue or memorable lines.
Compared to her other books, this just didn't compare.
I also have to point out that Ms. Pierce brought homosexuality into it. Becca's cousin is gay and his "partner" is involved in the story. I am very disappointed in that as well. That was one of the main reasons I didn't like her Circle of Magic books. It almost felt like propaganda towards gays because she kept throwing it in...
So, for people like me who have been waiting since 2006, was it worth it? Absolutely 100% NOT.
Wow. What a disappointment.Show Less
Fans of Becca Cooper have eagerly been awaiting the arrival of this book since 2006 and can I say what a waste of time? Unlike the first one, this one has a very weak storyline. The characters are forgettable and some of the best ones are only in the beginning and the end.
Not to give away any spoilers, but Becca winds up "giving herself" to another guy. Things with Rosto have progressed no further, and he is only mentioned probably 6 times throughout the whole book.
All I can say is what happened? From such a talented author, comes this... 'novel'? There were no new elements of surprise, no twist in the plot, no witty dialogue or memorable lines.
Compared to her other books, this just didn't compare.
I also have to point out that Ms. Pierce brought homosexuality into it. Becca's cousin is gay and his "partner" is involved in the story. I am very disappointed in that as well. That was one of the main reasons I didn't like her Circle of Magic books. It almost felt like propaganda towards gays because she kept throwing it in...
So, for people like me who have been waiting since 2006, was it worth it? Absolutely 100% NOT.
Wow. What a disappointment.Show Less
posted by Antram_lover on May 1, 2009
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Where did our trust go?
I've read through "Bloodhound" twice now, and I just recently looked through the other reviews. I was surprised to see so many people upset that Ms. Pierce took this book in a new direction.
It's true: many of the characters in the first book of the series ("Terrier") only make brief appearances in this book. But have faith, people! Tamora Pierce rarely introduces and names a character without making them an integral part of the series AS A WHOLE. The series isn't finished! Hold your horses!
I have faith that Rosto, Kora, Ersken, Aniki, and the rest will have plenty to say and do in "Mastiff", the next installment of this series. Many of you were angry at Ms. Pierce for neglecting the Beka-Rosto love story, but she often gives her characters multiple romantic interests before elaborating on the best option. Think Alanna-Jon-Liam-George here folks.
And besides, these aren't romance novels; they're adventure stories! The romance is certainly lovely, I'll admit. But as far as the Protector of the Small books being bad simply because Ms. Pierce didn't secure a life-long romance for Keladry? That's poppycock. You should be reading the Twilight series for that sort of romance.
"Bloodhound" is a great book with a lot to say about a lot of very relevant issues, including (but not limited to) homosexuality, the economy, torture methodology, and a woman's perceived "place" in the world. If you can't appreciate any of that simply because Beka and Rosto don't have a make-out session, you'd really better try a re-read.3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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What a disappointment and What a long wait
If anyone else is a HUGE fan of the Tortallion quartets and Ms. Pierce's other Tortallian books, including Terrier, then you most definitely going to go out and buy Bloodhound.
Fans of Becca Cooper have eagerly been awaiting the arrival of this book since 2006 and can I say what a waste of time? Unlike the first one, this one has a very weak storyline. The characters are forgettable and some of the best ones are only in the beginning and the end.
Not to give away any spoilers, but Becca winds up "giving herself" to another guy. Things with Rosto have progressed no further, and he is only mentioned probably 6 times throughout the whole book.
All I can say is what happened? From such a talented author, comes this... 'novel'? There were no new elements of surprise, no twist in the plot, no witty dialogue or memorable lines.
Compared to her other books, this just didn't compare.
I also have to point out that Ms. Pierce brought homosexuality into it. Becca's cousin is gay and his "partner" is involved in the story. I am very disappointed in that as well. That was one of the main reasons I didn't like her Circle of Magic books. It almost felt like propaganda towards gays because she kept throwing it in...
So, for people like me who have been waiting since 2006, was it worth it? Absolutely 100% NOT.
Wow. What a disappointment.3 out of 6 people found this review helpful.
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Booklover39023
Posted January 13, 2009
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I CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I LOVED the first book soooooooo much!! Beka is one of my favorite Tamora Pierce Characters (the other being Ally). I love the whole story sooo much. It made me laugh and cry at times, it was so suspenseful that i finished it in two days because i couldn't put it down. I really hope that Rosto and Beka get together in this book because they were so great in the first one, but i am kind of apprehensive because it isn't set in Corus and stuff and she's on a special mission or something and i just really hope i like it as much as the first one. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes to read fantasy, it will captivate you and leave you thirsting for more. I also recommend anything else by Tamora Pierce, Erin Hunter, Christopher Paolini, Rick Riordan, or Stephanie Meyer.
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Anonymous
Posted January 28, 2008
Mirkat 23, someone who's dying for another Tortall novel
I can't wait for it its amazing and Beka is so awesome the way that when she gets her teeth in she never lets go. And doesn't it have to be Rosto because he doesn't have a last name and the family line is Cooper. I hope so it'll be interesting to see how a Dog could date the Rogue himself after all. Yay, i think i might go mad waiting for it.
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iluvbooks88
Posted June 15, 2009
WORTH THE WAIT!!!!!
Tamora Pierce shines with another wonderful installment to the World of Tortall series! I waited forever for this book to come out!It was definately worth the wait! I can't wait for the next one and highly recommend it!
Also recommend the rest of the World of Tortall series; Inheritance Cycle; Harry Potter series; House of Night series; Twilight series; and the Wicked Lovely series2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
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evilpride21
Posted May 20, 2009
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this was not up to par with the rest of her tortallan books
the story moved very slowly, it wasnt as fast paced as her writing normally is. beka's relationship w/ dale felt forced. she doesnt trust people she doesnt know so why would she sleep w/ dale. he didnt sound fun he felt like he was using her. their whole relationship doesnt make sense to me. he was just obnoxious. i know tamora does many love interests in her books (George, Jonathan, George, Liam, George) but at least in those relationships we saw the realationship and we liked the characters. dale seems like tamora was forcing another love interest w/o building up the character and without showwing us much of hims so we didnt really end up liking him at all. she was just forcing another love interest. all the people we love from the first book arent in it and the end of the book was very anticlimactic. we dont even see rosto's reaction to her and dale which was something i was looking foreward to. the book ends suddenly w/o resolving any character problems. the best part of the book were the first 200 pages but nothing really happened in them they were just background info and setting up the new plot. this was no where as good as Terrier which i loved. the book is good, its by Tamora Pierce but compared to her usual stuff this is no where near it. and especially after waiting 3 years i expected something better. also the trilogy needs to be rapped up in the next book and i dont feel Beka really progressed that much in this book except when Dale broke it off and she had to deal with that but we dont even see her dealing with it. the next book better be a lot better and long so that beka ends the trilogy as an adult.
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Pierce fan of 6+ years disappointed.
**Warning, spoilers are below!**
I have been reading Pierce's Tortallan series since I could understand the storyline. I've been waiting for Bloodhound for 2 1/2 years and I was seriously disappointed in Pierce. Not only does Pierce start out in a completely new setting, which was interesting, but it cut out the majority of characters that made the first book in the series so strong. The storyline itself is too slow paced to work for the conclusion of Beka's story and the romance is not tied up at the end, but rather left loose and open such as Pierce did with the Keladry series.
I will commend Pierce for dating back and trying to write about a legend of present-day Tortall, but I would have loved to wait another year if it meant a stronger story line as well as a good chunk of the other characters. The mere fact that the spark between Rosto and Beka is completely not mentioned in the book was ridiculous. Why would you have a romance in the first book about to bloom and then avoid it in the second book? Also, I felt like the book itself was not believable in some parts. You cannot just place someone on the throne of the Rogue like they did when replacing Pearl. There are customs and there should have been a fight of some kind. I was also trying to figure out why Pierce didn't just put the counterfeiting into her original setting.
For all of you avid Pierce readers, please do NOT waste your money on Bloodhound. I have never been so disappointed with a novel of hers since the Keladry series.2 out of 5 people found this review helpful.
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Anglophile1985
Posted April 28, 2009
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LOVED IT!
Though somewhat darker then some of her earlier work. Bloodhound is a wonderful book full of suspense and action. You see Beka grow as a character and though she was all ready a compelling character from the first book Bloodhound see her developed more. Can't say enought about this book. Must read Terrier, the first in the series in order to get a full understanding of what is going on.
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Anonymous
Posted April 19, 2009
Pierce delivers again!
Bloodhound is an amazing, must read book for any Pierce fan. There's a little bit of everything: action, romance, mystery. I can't wait for another Beka Cooper story!
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Anonymous
Posted October 30, 2008
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Terrior By: Tamora Pierce
I think that this book is really great. I think this because the moment you open the book you are pulled into the story. I like how you can relate to her characters and you never want to stop reading her book and you can't put it down.
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Posted October 24, 2008
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I can't wait!
I loved Terrier and I can't wait until this book comes out. I want Beka and Rosto to get together. George has Beka's last name and Rosto does not have a last name so I think they get together and Rosto takes her last name or at least I hope so.
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Knights642
Posted June 30, 2009
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Does justice to Mrs. Tamora and the series!
Couldn't put this book down from start to finish. I look Tamora"s books and with each one it gets better and better than I thought it even could. This is my favorite author and next to the Trickster's Choice series this is one of my favorite series of hers. Must read for young girls, young women, older women, just women in general and mabe men you like strong women. ;p
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I love Ms. Pierce's books!
I loved this book even more than the first book. It was thrilling and a fun read. I recommend every book By Tamora Pierce, though reading them in the order they were written is best.
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Anonymous
Posted May 18, 2009
Fantastically horrible
I've been reading Pierce's books since 1998. I am very disappointed in the lack of quality writing that this book has. The plot of the story is so promising but Pierce does not deliver. Beka is completely different, the story does NOT flow, and Pierce tries way too hard to make the language sound genuine to the time period (it's painful reading it). I bought this book the day it came out and unlike any of the other books, I'm having a very hard time pushing myself to read this rubbish. I'm not even half way done! I can not connect with any of the characters. Beka's "shyness" seems like an after thought, Goodwin is COMPLETELY devoid of her previous character, and I can not see why sex has to ALWAYS be placed somewhere in Pierce's books weakening the heroine and making me want to throw up. Please Ms. Pierce, next time provide me with a better written book. As a loyal fan of yours I will continue to read your books, but I am very disappointed with this one.
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Post_It_Child
Posted May 11, 2009
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One of Tamora Pierce's best
Bloodhound is one of those books you can't put down until you're done, and when you finish, you're satisfied. And yet...I can't wait for the next one.
Beka has grown as a woman and a Dog since the last book ended, and yet she still acts as though she's an overeager Puppy. When she loses yet another partner and is sent back to Goodwin and Tunstall, she begins to get more and more frustrated with the work of the Dogs. She begins to understand that not all Dogs love the work as she does, and her nickname, "Terrier", can often be turned against her.
She and Goodwin have to go on a Hunt to Port Caynn, to sniff out a colesmithing (counterfitter's) ring. When Goodwin goes back to Corus to report, all hell breaks loose, and Beka is left to fend for herself.
A fantastic read, Bloodhound is full of the fun we have come to associate with Tamora Pierce and her characters. Pounce is back, along with Slapper and all of our loved people of the Rouge, along with new aquantances who will make every page an excellent adventure.1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Not her best, still recommend it.
The book wasn't her best, but it was still page-turning goodness, which shows how wonderful a writer Tamora Peirce truly is.
It was a longer read than the the first of the series, Terrier. And it wasn't quite as fast paced, plus it was missing some of my favorite characters. But the end was wonderful, and delivered a suprise that has me counting the days till her the final book. She turned the story line around from where I was expecting it to go, which I always (ok, mostly) like.
Just one more example of why Tamora Peirce will always have a spot on my bookshelf, no matter how old I get.1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Great series, great world, great author
Bloodhound was a long wait, but I was so immediately immersed in the book that I read the whole thing in one day. It is nothing less than what I would expect from such a wonderful author. I have nothing but praise for Tamora Pierce's Tortall books. They are exciting and adventurous without becoming repetitive, and the huge amount of detail she has put into creating this fantasy world makes you feel as if you're really there. The characters are so lifelike, each with their own distinct personality. Her writing never fails to draw me in right from the first page, and leaves me wanting more after the last.
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Excitement!
the first book was a page turner! beka should definately be with rosto. (if she marries him, since he has no last name, theyll have to go with hers) i also remember that george also becomes the rogue king. just like rosto, possibly his many time great-grandfather. i am bouncing out of my seat for bloodhound to come out. ive already ordered it too! :D
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Isobel721
Posted March 11, 2009
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CAN NOT WAIT!!!!
I have been waiting three years for this book to come out. I can not wait!!!! I am currently rereading Terrier for the hundredth time and am excited to see what happens to Beka and her friends. I wish Beka would get together with Rosto and forget this new banker person. Besides, the familly line is Cooper so wouldn't it have to be Rosto because he doesn't have a last name. Sometimes I wish that Pierce would go more into her personal life and find her a man, particularly Rosto.
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Anonymous
Posted February 25, 2009
ARRG!
This book has taken way to long to come out!! I just reread the book Terrier for the hundreth time and now I'm so strung up! I want to know what happens to everyone! Also isn't this the second time they've moved the pub. date? AAAH! I want to read blood hound SO bad.
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