- Hardcover: 544 pages
- Publisher: Gollancz; 1st ed edition (17 Aug 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0575070811
- ISBN-13: 978-0575070813
- Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 16.4 x 4.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (72 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 198,670 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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In the sixth volume Faith of the Fallen of Terry Goodkind's "Sword of Truth" series, things have, as usual, gone from bad to worse. Richard Rahl, understanding that the sanctimonious Imperial Order of Jagang is too vast for him to defeat by military might, has retreated into the wilderness to think things through, and to allow his beloved Kahlan to heal from nearly fatal injuries, and left his supporters to fight for their own freedom. Part of the point of Goodkind's series has been that people need to work out their own salvation ; Jagang, with his creed of universal mutual support and habit of committing atrocity to bring it closer, is just as sincere a messiah, after all, as Richard. And then Richard is kidnapped by Nicci, a Sister of Darkness, who has Kahlan magically hostage and is determined to persuade him that Jagang is right by taking him to the heart of the Empire and showing him how it works. Goodkind's tic of aphorism, and some laboured Libertarian satire on the welfare state, do not prevent this being an effective continuation of this popular series. Battles, revolts and the creation of art are things Goodkind does well--and there are plenty of them here. --Roz Kaveney
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"Notable for its engaging secondary characters, the novel also evinces flashes of sly wit, as when an evil Chime takes the form of a menacing chicken. ...Goodkind's ingenious world-building will keep readers captivated by the latest installment of his bestselling Sword of Truth series." --"Publishers Weekly"
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I must admit, I was a little disappointed with 'Soul of the Fire,' and thought perhaps that the series was waning. Not so. 'Faith of the Fallen' returns with the distinctive imaginative flair that has become Goodkind's trademark.
This installment in the series sees Richard captured and separated from Kahlan and dragged into the very heart of the Old World. Meanwhile, Kahlan holds the D'Haran armies together as they fight a hopeless battle against the advancing hordes of the Imperial Order.
The writing and story leans away from the increasing 'touchie-feelie' nature of the previous books, a change which I personally found heartening; Richard and Kahlan's near constant professions of love were beginning to detract from the quality of the story. Goodkind's personal political beliefs seem to play a part in the depiction of the Imperial Order's homeland, heavily communist as it is. In my opinion, however, this only strengthens the quality of the book, painting a more believable picture of a foe that previously had remained a largely unknown quantity.
Why not five stars? It's not the sweeping type of epic fantasy found in 'Wizards First Rule,' 'The Stone of Tears' or 'Temple of the Winds.' Some of the material seems a little re-hashed (Kahlan leading an outmatched army against the Order? That seems familiar...), and nothing really new appears.
But it's still excellent. The writing style remains fluid, the new and existing characters are still believable and deep, and the series looks to be back on form. Looking forward to the seventh!
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have read all the series so far and have very much enjoyed them, however not so long ago I read Atlas Shrugged and both books use exactly the same compelling yet ultimately unrealistic arguments to Promote capitalism (not that I am particularly against capitalism).
I would recommend anyone who enjoyed the social commentary in this book read 'Atlas shrugged' (or even if you didn't and just enjoy reading very long books which are basically novelised philosophy)
But other than the Overt Ayn Rand influence the book carries through the plot it's quite enjoyable and carries the story on very well.
That Richard! .... He's a lad isn't he!!! :-)
I would recommend anyone who enjoyed the social commentary in this book read 'Atlas shrugged' (or even if you didn't and just enjoy reading very long books which are basically novelised philosophy)
But other than the Overt Ayn Rand influence the book carries through the plot it's quite enjoyable and carries the story on very well.
That Richard! .... He's a lad isn't he!!! :-)
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I was eagerly looking forward to the latest in this series, one which I really enjoy. Unfortunately, this installment like the previous one, Soul of the Fire, is beginning to lose focus. There just isn't much plot development in this book. It feels like Goodkind took 500+ pages to write half the story. Also missing was much in the way of development of the world, no interesting new magical curiousities, new places, etc. Also, the right-wing libertarian/capitalist flag-waving was very tiring. I mostly agree with his sentiments, but they are portrayed so simplistically and grossly that it is really tiresome. It is also completely unnecessary for the story. What is it about the latest series of fantsay epics (notably the Wheel of Time) that authors get going well, then feel that they have to drag things out at the end? One interesting thing about the Sword of Truth series was it was constantly changing and inventing, now it is becoming rather stagnant.
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Faith of the fallen
This book was recieved by myself in very good condition. It is very good reading and does not dissapoint if you have read and are into the other books in the series. Read more
Published 2 months ago by lynnhensby
So bad in places it made ones skin crawl
I tried to read this book, I really did but the annoying method/attitude of Mr Goodkind writing concerning 'Richard & Kahlan' just makes one skin want to crawl. Read more
Published 7 months ago by S. Gorman
More like this please
Far stronger writing from Mr Goodkind in this, the sixth instalment, of the Sword of Truth fantasy series. Read more
Published 10 months ago by D. J. Matthews
Very enjoyable
I very much enjoyed this book of the Sword of Truth series. I know that some of the books so far have been better than others but I can say that overall I love this series and will... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Miss V. J. Sanderson
Sad decline of a great story
I have enjoyed the books up to this one. When I want to read philosophy I buy a book on the topic by an expert who will give a balanced argument, not a fantasy novel. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Paula Bates (xit84@dial.pipex.com)
best so far by a long shot
without a doubt the best book in the sequence so far, the story of richards adventures in the realm of the imperial order gives the reader a valuable insight into why d`hara and... Read more
Published 23 months ago by P. barton
One of the best
Of the series.
Can't say it simpler than that - potentially my favourite.
Climactic ending after a fairly complicated storyline, hightly recommended for any fan of the... Read more
Can't say it simpler than that - potentially my favourite.
Climactic ending after a fairly complicated storyline, hightly recommended for any fan of the... Read more
Published on 21 Dec 2009 by Mosschops
FAITH OF THE FALLEN
If your a wheel of time fan then I sugest you get the sword of truth series the story gets better with each book,
Published on 11 Sep 2009 by T. Waring
Another excellent book by T. Goodkind
Thanks to the TV show I started reading the Sword of Truth saga. Faith Of The Fallen (Gollancz S.F.) is the sixth book in the series. Read more
Published on 11 Aug 2009 by Pawel S.
Pretty poor!
I keep trying to read Terry Goodkind's books in the hope that they may approach the skill of Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series. But they don't. Read more
Published on 28 Jun 2008 by Magdelena
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