Alosha

a good book

Alosha is the 1st of three books by Christopher pike about a young girl, Ali, and her friends (both human and not).

I questioned purchasing this book at first. It seemed very young and too simple for the books I enjoy reading. In truth one of the reasons I did decide to get it was because I am an avid Christopher pike fan, and I saw on one of his fan web sites that there is talk of a movie.

The book began very slow, climbing through thickness concerning nothing I was interested in. or so I thought. And then it bloomed, and the words were something I couldn't stop reading. The story is very well thought out and imaginative. I must say my favorite character happens to be a troll, and that sometimes I find Ali, the main character a little annoying, as well as her best friend Cindy.

There are quite a few parts where you are given a little taste of something but not explained it at all. I like this in books, but at times there seems to be one too many in this book. And since some of my questions were not answered in the first book, I am assuming that they will be answered at the conclusion of the entire story, or as we go along.

This is a great book of discovery. Discovering who Ali is, and perhaps a little of yourself as you journey with her to save the world.

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Cant Let Go

This book was amazing! I read in 1 day, I jut couldn't let it go! The plot was interesting and full of twists that often times I was left with my jaw on the floor. It is amazing the experiences and tests that Ali 'the main character' went throught to undrstand her past, present, and future.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

most amazing novel ever!

when i picked this book out, i didnt realize how addicted i would become to this series! although the biginning started out slowly, with this girl who doesnt want the trees to be cut down and all these strange things happening to her, aftershe begins climbing the mountian and the story unravles,i becomes the most entertaining book you will ever read! I honestly sat reading and laughing and crying along with the book! it was so amzing you will have to have the next books with you right when you finish because all you will want to do is just finish reading to know what happens next! ....i know it sounds weird but i spent my whole day reading and i know you will too because it brings so much suspence! i so recommend this book to everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Haven't read. Quick question?

Any tie ins to The Starlight Crystal? Alosha is a character; Alosha is creation

Must Read ASAP

To tell you the truth I loved this book to death, to me it was amazing and to all thoose who didn't like it is because they do not have an imagination! The bigger the imagination the more you understand the book and to thoose who don't have one just try it, all you have to do is picture what it would look like and whaa laa you have a movie in your head. To me I could also see what was going on and have bought the sequels and is currently reading the Yanti and I must say it is pretty darn good! I hope when you Purchase this that you enjoy it because I sure did.

frankly, I am disgusted

Dont waste your money on this piece of trash. If by some unlucky chance you do already own this book, rip out the pages and use them for toilet paper. Its that bad. I just dont understand why so many people thought this was great. When I first started the book, I was pretty optimistic. The cover (hardback version) looked interesting, and so did the description of the book on the inside flap. Halfway through I started wondering when the story would get good, and by the end I was just angry. Alosha was one of the stupidest books it has ever been my misfortune to read. I hated all of the characters, every single one. They didnt at all seem like real people that you would meet on the street. If I met that Alosha girl I think I would smack her across the face for being so stupid and annoying. The plot, of course, was supposed to be fantasy, but even allowing for that it was unbelievable. I wont go into any details, but, believe me, its bad. This book is the kind of thing you would read if you were into bunnies and unicorns and flowers and losing touch with reality. It was like something you would read to a kindergartener. Seriously. It was that shallow. I wouldn't wish this book on my worst enemies.

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Magnificient!

This book was magnificent. Though at the beginning I was slightly confused, it gradually became more clear, and the slight cloudiness only made me want to learn more. Alosha was a brilliant character, and I really appreciated the way that she was fought for her friends. Most books and movies have such weak female characters - mostly because the authors are so chauvinistic, but Christopher Pike really did a good job with this!

Great Book!!!!

Alosha was a wonderfully magical book. I loved every minute of it. I couldnt put it down because I wanted to know what happens next. This is a great book that anyone would enjoy reading.

Do you want to know why this was a good book?

Alosha had all the elements (literally) needed to have a wonderful fantasy. It had the customary elves, faries, dwarfs, good/bad guys, but Alosha went farther and brought out more of the forgotten fantasy creatures. Alosha resurected the elusive bigfoot along with the simple but loyal trolls. And with a bold move even brought along the rarely portrayed leprechaun. In Alosha all the exciting aspects of fantasy were brought together to create the greatest tale of another world right around the corner. I'm not sure how the next one, Shaktra, will be able to compete.

What an absolutely amazing book!

I LOVED this book! If you are a fan of imaginary/mystical creatures, there is no doubt about it, you should read this book. Even if you aren't so interested in 'creatures', you'll still love this book. There is sooooo much action and suspence in this story, it is perfect. The characters add soooo much to this story's plot. I envy Ali Warner (the main character) so much and I can't wait to read the sequel, Shaktra!

Wonderfully Magical!!!

Ali Warner is an normal teenage girl until one day she is attacked by trolls. That's when her live takes a drastict change. She starts recieving all these magical powers and meets many 'interesting' creatures. In the end she must use her powers to send an evil army back into another world and that is when she finds out she must defeat a even bigger force and reclaim her right as fairy queen.

WONDERFUL

bookworm that i am, i thought that this book was really good. it is beautifully written. i devoured the book in about hours. can' t wait for more of Pike's books!!! a GREAT read!!

Good

A good book reminiscent of LOTR and Harry Potter...and other CP young adult books. A predictable book in some parts (think Last Vampire and the man who tricked Sita and you have and idea of who will trick Ali) but still a good read.

One of the best books by Pike!! Its a must read!!

If u like mythical creatures..then u will love this book!...not only is it good,but Pike gives good descriptions of everything!..u dont even need a good imagination to have the images in ur head....i would give it 6 stars but obviously i cant....the most is 5 :(.

great :)

oh my i loved this book soo much..anyone know when the next one is coming out??

A Great Page-Turning Read

This book has all of the elements of a great read. Well developed characters, fast paced (especially as the plot thickens), and descriptive enough to paint a picture in the mind without being overbearing. His style captured my complete attention until the very last word...and I wanted more! Can't wait for the next book in the series!

Its the best!

it keeps you guessing and wanting more. I cant wait for the next book

GREAT

This book combines all teh elements of a good fantasy! It is a must read for any sci fi/fantasy fan!

It was great.

It was really exciting and I never wanted to put it down. It's a good book to read if you are waiting for the next Harry Potter book.

Totally Cool!

Alosha is such a great book! Hopefully, Mr. Pike, you'll make it into a movie! I'd really like to play Ali Warner! It'd be so much fun! I can't wait for the next book, The Shaktra! You are so cool!