Hey all, I'm back from my brief trip to the states (I got the perfect shoes for my FanExpo costume) and it was most exciting. However, that's not why I'm here today. This review is on a book that I just recently finished and actually found quite interesting.
The Lathe of Heaven is about a man named George Orr who is capable of having "effective dreams", basically dreams so powerful they affect the world around them. Well, he starts having drug abuse problems because he's always hopped up on sleeping pills. He wants to stop the dreams you see, he's seen the destruction they can cause, despite all the good they can do. So he gets sent to a psychiatrist that specializes in dreams "Doctor Haber". But will Doctor Haber help George overcome his effective dreams or will he wreak havoc on the world as we (well, they) know it?
Sounds interesting doesn't it. I found this book quite good. I mean, who among us hasn't been fascinated by dreams and wonder if they have the power to predict the future or change it. But that's not the only reason I liked it. The characters are masterfully written, the settings vivid and the plot only thickens with each chapter. This book is a stark contrast to "The Wizard of Earthsea" from a society which could have been in our history, and older society with very little technology, to a futuristic society where dreams can change the world.
I really got into this book, although, at some points, I found Doctor Haver...um...Haber... very infuriating, especially as the book went on. There were some times where I just wanted to smack him over the head with his own files.
Despite the infuriating tendencies of Doctor Haber (but think about it, if you were in his position what would you do?) this book is a wonderful read, exciting, twisting, turning and truly gripping. I think everyone should read this book. I loved it and it's definitely on the list of ones I intend to read again.
Until next time! Also, Camp NaNo's July session is almost over but after that don't forget to keep writing, and reading!
As always you can reach me via the usual channels if you want to recommend a book or two for me to read and feel free to comment with what you think of my reviews as well!
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