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Originally Posted by tredadda
What was it about the book series you liked so much? I only ask because I got to about book 7 or 8 and stopped. It's like he didn't ever intend to end the series and let it drag on for too long. Granted, that's just my opinion, so I would love to hear opinions from you or others who made it through the whole series. I will watch the series though.
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Originally Posted by Beef Supreme
I started reading these books when the first one came out. I read until they stopped coming out for a few years. I guess Robert Jordan wasn't feeling too well or something, because then he died. By the time Sanderson finished things up, I guess I quit giving a shit so I didn't read it.
Same story with George Martin. Started reading his books when the first one came out. He must not be feeling too well because he hasn't written a book since Clinton was in office. Guessing he will die soon.
I now have a new rule. If you haven't finished your book series, I haven't started reading it yet.
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I think Jordan's illness had a big effect on his books past say book 7/8. The ones after that really aren't great, but I read them because I started the series in 1992 and don't really like not finishing. I had a lot invested in the characters, with Matt being my favorite by the end, and Perrin a strong second.
Sanderson really did a fantastic job with the ending.
Agreed on Martin. The guy is not getting another penny from me for anything until he finishes the series, which is never.
If you want to read the best (IMO) Fantasy series ever, go find The Malazan Book of the Fallen by Steven Erickson. 10 book series that he finished a few years ago.