One of the first reviews I saw concerning The Mammoth Hunters ranted on and on about how bad it is and how he will not buy/read any of the others. I will admit that the sex is a bit over done, but the basic story line is still excellent.The reviewer seemed to be criticizing Mrs. Auel for using her imagination in weaving a great story around what we have been able to piece together about life and conditions during that period of our history.Anyone who doesn't read the entire "Earth's Children" series is missing a great read.