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Night Watch

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Night Watch

By: Sergei Lukyanenko
Narrated by: Paul Michael
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Set in modern day Moscow, Night Watch is a world as elaborate and imaginative as Tolkien or the best Asimov. Living among us are the "Others", an ancient race of humans with supernatural powers who swear allegiance to either the Dark or the Light. A thousand-year treaty has maintained the balance of power, and the two sides coexist in an uneasy truce. But an ancient prophecy decrees that one supreme "Other" will rise up and tip the balance, plunging the world into a catastrophic war between the Dark and the Light.

When a young boy with extraordinary powers emerges, fulfilling the first half of the prophecy, will the forces of the Light be able to keep the Dark from corrupting the boy and destroying the world?

©2006 Sergei Lukyanenko (P)2010 Audible, Inc.
Action & Adventure Epic Fantasy Paranormal Paranormal & Urban Science Fiction
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"Brace yourself for Harry Potter in Gorky Park.... The novel contains some captivating scenes and all kinds of marvelous, inventive detail: The vampires’ seduction of a teenage boy is bone-chilling; every time Lukyanenko described the Other-worldly Twilight, I felt lured into it; and the fantastical powers exercised by Anton and his colleagues range from delightful to awesome." ( The Washington Post Book World)
"[As] potent as a shot of vodka.... [A] compelling urban fantasy." ( Publishers Weekly)
" Night Watch is an epic of extraordinary power." (Quentin Tarantino)

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The Night Watch Series By Sergei Lukyanenko Presents An Engaging Urban Fantasy Storyline Set In Modern-day Moscow, Where Supernatural Beings Called "others" Are Divided Into Forces Of Light And Darkness. The Unique Setting And Intriguing Characters, Along With Thought-provoking Themes Exploring The Nuances Of Good And Evil, Are Praised By Many Readers. However, Some Criticize The Lack Of Character Development, Disjointed Narrative Structure, Predictable Plot Points, And Underdeveloped Female Characters. Despite Its Flaws, The Series Offers A Philosophical Depth Rarely Seen In The Genre, Making It A Standout For Those Seeking More Than Just Action And Thrills.
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Good but...

The unique thing about this book is the approach to the nuances and blurry lines between good and evil. That kept the book above average when it could have fallen into the same category as dozens of other novels in this vein.

But the problem is the book goes on way too long on this theme. There are pages of dialogue about this topic, especially during Book 3, when that had already been establshed. That should be the time for climax to the action, but it spends more time on the same theme.

That said, the book does succeed in creating a believable dual-world that really works.

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book 1 good. Book 2 was average. Book 3 was dull

once again book one was good. Book two was average. Book three was really dull

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Moose and squirrel... and vampires!

How could the performance have been better?

The narrator's use of a Russian accent was a terrible decision. Just speak English! Yes, I know it takes place in Russia. I figured it out from the place and everyone's names. No need for everyone to sound like Boris and Natasha.

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Even Better after growing up

This series is even better now since I read it 5 years ago. I'm looking forward to revisiting it in another 4 years

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Its not a world of Black & White

What did you love best about Night Watch?

I love the evolution of perspective on what is right or wrong, good vs. evil, and blurred lines.
this is one of my favorite series

What other book might you compare Night Watch to and why?

Looking for other books l

What about Paul Michael’s performance did you like?

Perfect match to the characters irreplaceable

Any additional comments?

Hope there are more to come

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Great listen

great characters, a little lame romance , but wonderful description of locale. Translation was good.

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awesomeness

one of my favorite series... so glad I get to listen to it at work

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What?

I'm not sure I quite understand what happened, but I did enjoy the parts I comprehended.

I did not like the narrator's constant change in accent. The POV was an American or Canadian accent, but the dialog was all Russian. He should've just stuck with the Russian.

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A Unique Read

I usually prefer sci-fi to fantasy, but the unique setting, interesting characters, and a magic system with plenty of shades of gray kept this collection of stories captivating.

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Russian characters can be romantic

Story is good it can hold you but you really need to find the Russian ethic and accent to be romantic

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