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Summary: A story of unequalled depth
Review: Rich and deep, some stories are threaded together, some are spun. This is the first book in a planned series of six which could be classed as a tapestry. The story of one girl who forged our destiny more so than anyone in the history of man. If you are looking for a story that will make you laugh and cry, that will enrage you, empassion you and take you to new heights of understanding what a damn fine story should be like, then The Earth's Children series is the one for you.
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Summary: Wonderful series!
Review: I've read all four of Ms. Auel's books. We were told there would be 6 books and I'm still waiting for book number 5. We were left with Ayla pregnant and approaching Jondalar's people. How much longer do we have to wait?
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Summary: The best find ever!
Review: I picked up Clan of the Cave Bear in the local "Goodwill" for a mere $0.49. Who would've known then that I stuck gold. This book is the beginning of a wonderful series that has kept me deprived of sleep for many years. It's funny how I first saw the movie with Darryl Hannah and didn't pay much attention to it. The book Clan of the Cave Bear was purchased out of curiousity as to whether it would compare to the movie. Believe me when I say, THERE IS NO COMPARISON.These series of books have developed and enhanced my love for reading. I agree with every word written by previous customers regarding the enthralling way Ms. Auel depicts Ayla and her adventures. I can only comment on how it has affected me. I highly recommend these books. THEY ARE ALL THAT AND A TRUCKLOAD OF CHIPS!!! Ms. Auel, if you are reading these posts, please, please... we beseech you.... please give us the remaining books. Let Ayla's long anticipated saga continue. We await with eager anticipation Ayla's story. We are praying for your speedy recovery from whatever illness you are stricken with, Ms. Auel. Your talent is something that can never be replaced or duplicated and we fear the loss of closure should these remaining books not make it to publication and bookstores.
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Summary: Spectacular ! The best book I've ever read !
Review: What can I say ! When my boyfriend recommended this series to me (he's read it twice), I was indifferent. I'd seen the film years before & it was o.k, but the book really was something else ! I couldn't put it down until I'd finished it & then I'd run straight out to buy the next one. The characters & descriptions are so real you feel like you're reading a history book written by someone who was there. Ayla the main character is what most women would like to be, intelligent,gutsy,& completely captivating ! Throughout the book you can't wait for her to grow up because you know she is going to be a woman like no other on earth. This book is: informative, romantic, angering, gut-wrenching, & will leave you wanting more ,more, more ! And guys, this isn't just a book for the girls, I've seen far more men reading this than anyone. Believe me, I've had people run up to me in cafes, on the beach, on buses, everywhere, & all over the world to tell me that they also have read the book & how brilliant it is. This book gives you an insight into how the world really was & how life could have developed into what we are today. Please read this book or you'll regret it when everyone else has !
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Summary: 5 stars isn't enough
Review: My sister got me hooked on Auel's series over 10 years ago and I've read all 4 of the current novels at least 3 times/each. I am impatiently awaiting what I believe may be Auel's best book ever, as Ayla returns with Jondalar to his home in what is now present day France. I look forward to seeing how Auel will again weave prehistoric facts into her beautiful fictional story. If you're not convinced that you'd like a story of prehistory, let me persuade you to give The Clan of the Cave Bear a try. I too was skeptical of liking this type of book, but after 3 chapters, I was hooked. Auel's literary greatness is, I believe, her ability to make us believe wholeheartedly that what the characters did in these books not only COULD have happened, but DID happen.
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Summary: An unimaginable journy into early life and human emotions!
Review: As the story of a young girl, Ayla, unfolds we are taken back to the time of early man. A captivating story of her life with The Clan of the Cave Bear is told. It shows of her hardships, human love, and every day life. It will take you on a magical journy into the heart of our species evolution.This powerfully written novel by Jean M. Auel will inspire even the youngest of readers. As a twelve- year-old girl I was easily taken away to a time long ago by her unimaginable storytelling, and I can't wait to finish off the series! Katerina Jurkoshek
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Summary: Best book in the WORLD!!
Review: I first started reading Mrs. Auel's series when I was a sixth-grader, three years ago. I am now "addicted" to this series. I love these books for how they portray all of the human emotions there are: love, heartache, sadness, romance, happiness, excitedness, and the feeling of being alone. I have read others' reviews of this series, saying that starting with the second book, the series becomes nothing more than trashy romance novels. I DISAGREE 100%!! Jean Auel has a tremendous talent for writing human emotions. I believe that Ayla's and Jondalar's love for each other is fitting. So much that it makes me cry sometimes. I, as a teenager, understand what Ayla goes through to feel accepted; I feel her pain. Sometimes I find myself quoting pieces of these books when I am with my friends and they just smile... they know of my "obsession." Really though, I am just obsessed with good literature. Please, Mrs. Auel, I have heard rumors of you having cancer. If this is true, please give your readers one last gift: the last two books in this series. I sincerely love you Mrs. Auel, you have helped me "see the light."
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Summary: Wonderful Book!
Review: This book was very good!!! I would not normally read books of this topic, but it turned out to be a wonderful, exciting and at some points suspenceful. I highly recommend this book!!!!
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Summary: original, and discriptive, Jean displays her imagination on
Review: paper.You can really understand and feel for Ayla,her confusion, and love for these prehistoric beings. But it's hard to imagine that these ...people could be so oblivios to the more advanced ways of different people, that obviosly were going to excel in the human races...if I could I would give this book a 4.5 because I belive Mrs. Auel gave 90%
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Summary: It was fascinating and captivating! I couldn't put them down
Review: I also found myself being transported to another world. Have since found how accurate they were in describing history. Not only good reading but a history lesson as well. I have read all of her books and am anxiously awaiting the 5th book of the series. I have to find out how the story ends for Ayla.
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