Dune

"A great sci-fi novel set in a future where human can travel to worlds without moving, that source for this miracle is on one planet. Though the state of galactic affairs are not as one would hope them to be, as the Houses of the Landsraad work for the prestige from the Padishah Emperor. Worth reading as the planet Arrakis has a prophecy of someone would appear on their planet that would help light a fire of freedom!"

"I can normally read anything and I could not get through 100 pages of this. I tried in high school and I tried again as an adult. Too many characters, too many details, timelines, etc. It felt like you were just dropped into a story that someone had been telling and you had no idea what was going on. I rarely give up on books but I just could not with this one."

"A sci-fi classic. How have I not read this before now? Elaborate setting, characters, vocabulary and universe - I’m now way invested in this story and looking forward to the whole series! Recommend!"

"Just a lot of fun to read,a classic sci-fi book!"

"This is probably why I read books after an amazing movie comes out, so then I don’t get mad if they didn’t make the script word-for-word like the book or leave things out. I do wonder how they’re going to adapt the story to do the other half of the book since they didn’t add the character Feyd-Rautha in the movie and he seems almost key to the ending when he fights with Paul.<br/>Omg about Paul’s sister though, I wouldn’t have thought or believed she was such a boss at the age of four. Even though she’s a fictional character and all, I just wonder what I did by the age of four. I sadly don’t have recollection.<br/><br/>I don’t know where to start with reviewing the book. I honestly did like the story, I didn’t question the politics/religion Herbert made up (although I wonder if he’s been to the Middle East because some of the names sound and seemed influenced by there as well as inspired the religion he created), it simply seemed to just be. Which seems rare sometimes in books (or maybe I haven’t read enough books that are like this), to have a whole setup of the setting, the environment, economy, politics, religion, stratagems/tactics, the characters and how they’re important to the journey, etc. It’s the feeling of like it was normal, that it’s supposed to be that way if that makes sense.<br/><br/>I didn’t like how Paul ended up seeming cold, indifferent, and a little arrogant/condescending especially when he faces the Emperor. I get he needs to show and be a leader, a “prophet” to the Arrakeen people, and can see most of the future outcomes. But there is strength in humbleness and gratitude for the people that helped him create his political power and an army to face the Emperor and his legions. That’s my perception and impression of Paul near the end of the book."

"I don’t get why many don’t like the book, the imagery you get from the text is amazing ❤️"

"I read the first half of this book then listened to the rest. Both were enjoyable experiences! The buildup in book 2 and book 3 are so worth it. "

"Epic world building and tale, with a fascinating planet. Highly recommend to read with a highlighter to keep track of details and characters."

"Dune by Frank Herbert 4/5 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ My first thought was 'What do all these weird words mean!' and I was annoyed that they weren't explained. My second thought was 'Relax, just read. It'll make sense later.' And it did, also about 130 pages in I found an appendix I had missed at the end of the book with explanations. 🤦‍♀️ This book went in directions I could not guess and while it had more religion and politics than I would have guessed I was never bored or put-off. I initially thought of this more along the lines of a survival tale in a world of dessert and man eating sandworms, but it was so much more. Toward the end I felt it was a little rushed, a war and conclusion come to a close too quickly, especially knowing there are more books in the series. But as of now a series I will continue. "

"Enjoyable. However, be aware that this is a very male oriented universe (at least in this first book it is) and that the only queer characters are evil."