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Title: Nothing Particularly Original or Exciting
Review: With Mr. Card, you either love him or you hate him, and most of the reviews of this book are in the 4 to 5 star range. But I couldn't finish this book. Card is beating the same dead horse over and over again: talented, but abused children rise up to best their betters (grown-ups) and win the day. However, I couldn't help but get the impression that Card's just writing to fulfull a contract or to wring as much blood out of the Ender turnip as he can. I never believed that these characters were children, nor could I get into their plight. I think I've out-grown Mr. Card's universe (as well as his turgid writing style). Mr. Card is writing pulp now. Perhaps he will improve with his Biblical fiction. That seems to be where his heart is anymore.
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