I first read Wizard's First Rule in '96. I read the whole book in one sitting & immediately read The Stone of Tears. I'm an avid reader & sci-fi fantasy are my favorites. These two books have taken first place ever since & I've bought full size hardcovers of the entire series. Terry Goodkind has a wonderful way with the characters (Richard & Khalan) I can actually visualize each one & there entire journey. This is the battle of total good against total evil. Some parts even gave me chills. The love of each of there lives that nothing can destroy, but yet action adventure & tactics better than any movie.Oh yeah, I just fell in love with Gratch!