![]() ![]() I also couldn’t half of the things he said (although the other characters could understand him with no problem). I couldn’t understand WHY he did what he did. There were actually a lot of things which I didn’t understand but I’m hoping all my questions will be answered in the next two books (that’s right! Only two more books to go!).Ĭharacters: I absolutely despised Leto II. Something about machines, I think, and human complacency. I’m not entirely sure what the consequences would have been if he hadn’t. Leto II essentially sacrificed himself to bring about this Golden Path. The pacing was horrific but after reading said article, I have a better appreciation for Herbert’s work (which is why I gave this book 2/5 rather than 1/5). ![]() So I did some research and chanced upon an answer/article on Quora (link at the bottom) which completely changed my mindset about this series. But he’ll do anything to save humanity from the terrible fate he has foreseen. His goal of attaining the Golden Path has forced him to transform into a sandworm. Leto Atreides II (who really should be Leto III) has become a monstrous God. ![]()
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I am still waiting on some paper work for the final confirmation.Īs much as I loved the beautiful green landscapes in Missouri I hated its winter and the fact that it has no beaches. Last week, I got an offer to teach at a new university that will start its first semester this September. If all goes well, I am moving to Aqaba, Jordan. ![]() ![]() ![]() This extraordinary bestseller continues to top every genre she writes. In the past two years, New York Times bestselling author Sherrilyn Kenyon has claimed the #1 spot twelve times, and since 2004, she has placed more than 50 novels on the New York Times list. The two of them must face ancient curses, prophecies, and the direct meddling of the Greek gods to find true happiness at last. 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Share on WhatsApp Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Telegram Share on Reddit Share on Emailĭozens of Cattle Cross Line of Control (LoC) in RajouriĪt least 33 cattle including 29 buffaloes have crossed over to Pakistan side in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir.Īccording to KGNS, the cattle crossed the LoC in Kalsian sub-sector. ![]() |