Weaveworld
by Clive Barker
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Author: Clive BarkerEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2001-04
ISBN: 0743417356
Number of pages: 672
Publisher: Gallery Books
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Book Review: A Brilliant Masterpiece that Words Cannot Describe
Summary: 5 Stars
I recieved this book as a Christmas present and was a bit hesitant to begin reading it. The person who gave it to me assured me that it was very well written and had an intriguing idea behind it (I was told it would be a good break from my normal sci fi/Star Wars stuff). After much internal debate over whether to read Weaveworld now or put it off until later, I decided to just go for it and see what this acclaimed book was all about. I'm so glad I chose to read this book now instead of leaving it for a later date. Words cannot describe how brilliant this novel is, but I'll attempt to do my best. Spoilers follow.
To start with, the overall idea is, to say the least, very intriguing. Cal and Suzanna, the two protagonists of the story, work to unravel the secrets of the Weaveworld and the Kind who inhabit it. The concept is nothing short of original and Barker executes it well. I cannot even begin to describe how deep and complex the story is. It stops being simply a plot and becomes more of a world a world, something that completely pulls the reader in and keeps them engrossed in the Weaveworld and its preservation. Everything is encompassed in this intricately woven tale: poetry, heroism, mythology, magic, and so many other things. The complex plot makes for a thick book, but the story is well worth it, often leaving the reader on the edge of their seat and full of emotions as the story unfolds.
The language of the book is as complex as the plot. It can be elegant and poetic in some places, while still being common-place and easy to understand. It doesn't bog the book down with unnecessary filler language (meaning overly drawn out descriptions or insanely long sentences to describe something that can just as easily be summed up in a few words). Not to say the language is overly simplistic...it isn't. It has a certain charm and beauty, weaving this fantastic story together.
The characters are all unique and intriguing in their own right. There are hardly any of the typical "arch-types" that are often found in stories. My personal favourite was Immacolata, one of the primary antagonists. She was completely unique and unlike anything I've ever seen before and, despite being one of the "bad guys", she wasn't completely evil. In fact, many of the characters were morally ambiguous, being lumped in with one "side", but still having their own agendas and motivations. They balanced the plot well with their personalities, relationships, and connections with the Weaveworld without overwhelming the story.
I am unable to capture the ingenious of this novel in words. It balances plot and characters well, never letting one dominate the other but still keeping both of them unique and intriguing. The language is amazing and keeps the reader constantly turning the page, always wanting more and always wanting to find out what happens next. I highly recommend Weaveworld.
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