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The Omen Machine (Sword of Truth, #12; Richard and Kahlan, #1)

Terry Goodkind
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The Omen Machine (Sword of Truth, #12; Richard and Kahlan, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

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Terry Goodkind

The Omen Machine (Sword of Truth, #12; Richard and Kahlan, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

528

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Midlands • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Omen Machine by Terry Goodkind follows Richard and Kahlan as they uncover a mysterious machine that predicts terrifying events. The narrative centers on their efforts to understand and counter the ominous prophecies, delving into themes of fate, power, and responsibility within the fantasy world established in the Sword of Truth series.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

25,180 ratings

63%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews for Terry Goodkind's The Omen Machine highlight the book's engaging narrative and well-developed characters. Fans of the Sword of Truth series appreciate the continuation of the saga. However, some readers find the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. Overall, the novel appeals to dedicated fans but may not win over newcomers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Omen Machine (Sword of Truth, #12; Richard and Kahlan, #1)?

Fans of Terry Goodkind's work, particularly those who enjoyed the Sword of Truth series, will find The Omen Machine captivating. Readers who appreciate epic fantasy, complex characters, and narratives similar to Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time or George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire will also be drawn to this book.

4.0

25,180 ratings

63%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

528

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Midlands • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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