When comparing Dune vs DragonCrown War Cycle, the Slant community recommends Dune for most people. In the question“What are the best sci-fi and fantasy books?” Dune is ranked 2nd while DragonCrown War Cycle is ranked 10th. The most important reason people chose Dune is:
It's one of the very rare science fiction books (especially ones set in a far away future) that doesn't include robots or computers.
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Pros
Pro Omits some common genre staples to create a unique world
It's one of the very rare science fiction books (especially ones set in a far away future) that doesn't include robots or computers.
Pro Huge scope
The book covers topics such as ecology, politics, religion, humanism and war and touches on subjects like artificial intelligence, gender dynamics, nuclear weapons, architecture, engineering, heroism and many many more. All of these aspects are intertwined and executed on a grand scale.
Pro Cult book
This is an old series, several video games have been inspired by this book. Dune, Dune 2, dune 2000 and more.
Pro Complex and unique ecology
Dune is one of the first sci-fi books to have as detailed fictional ecology that plays a big part in the overall story.
Pro Epic and thrilling story
Stackpole begins with a prelude, The Dark Glory War, very much in the vein of what the Hobbit is to the Lord of the Rings. It is left on a cliffhanger for you to immediately desire to read the trilogy: Fortress Draconis, When Dragons Rage, and The Grand Crusade.
Pro Classic fantasy reimagined
Stackpole has created a world with the breadth and depth of Tolkien, that takes the reader on a world saving adventure that included men, elves, dragons, wizards, and some original fantasy races and creatures that are a breath of fresh air to such a large genre.
Pro Incredible author
Michael A Stackpole is an incredible author that has written books for Star Wars, Battletech, Shadowrun, World of Warcraft and many other licensed IPs. This is one of his original creations and is a fantastic prelude and trilogy that anyone can get into.
Cons
Con Later books weren't finished by the original author
The original author, Frank Herbert, died after finishing the first few books. His son Brian Herbert and co author Kevin J. Anderson have since finished the series based on his scribblings, notes, and voice memos. A gargantuan task. The result can be a bit "weird" at times, but they have done an amazing job finishing the books.
Con No more books
There are not more books in this fantastic world.
