X-Men: A Novelization

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"X-Men: A Novelization" is a novelization from the 2000 action packed movies starring Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, and Ian McKellan. Genetic mutants are very real in the 'not too distant future'. Made outcasts from societies, these mutants are rejected, feared, and hated for their superhuman powers. Some mutants want to strike out against mankind, these mutants being led by the powerful Magneto. But then again, there are some mutants who uses their special abilities for the greater. They battle against prejudice and agents of intolerance to save mankind, these mutants are... the X-Men.First off I would like to say that I've never been an X-Men fan, never even have read any of the comics. It was only recently that I saw the movie "X-Men". I absolutely loved it and found the movie an amazing movie! So naturally I wanted to pick up the novelization. A great read I must say!The basic plot is the same as the movie though there are some extra 'missing scenes' that were never in the movie. For example, I would have like to see some more of the friction between Wolverine and Cyclops in the movie like they had in the book. The characters are more realistic as we are able to go into their minds. The main character is that of Logan, or otherwise called Wolverine. He is a fascinating character as he at first tries to reject any help from anyone. That is until he meets up with first Marie (also called Rogue) then the X-Men. The writing is well-done, all the descriptions are done very nicely making you 'see' each scene. Overall, I can highly recommend this book for all "X-Men" movie fans. I'm not sure if "X-Men" comics fans might enjoy this, since I don't know if the characters are very different from the comics. The movie was rated PG-13 so I guess this book is more for older teens and adults because of some swearing and the action is sometimes a bit violent.

I loved this novelization of X-Men the Movie. Contrary to popular belief, it is NOT a scene-by-scene version, but rather a combination of earlier versions of the script and the one that was ultimately used for filming. One of the key differences is the scene where Logan and Marie (Wolverine and Rogue) first meet. A great read and a MUST for any X-Men fan -- Highly recommended!

This novel adapted from the soon to be released 20th Century Fox movie is a wonderful book and is sure to be a delight to even the die-hard X-Men fan. The character development of Wolverine is especially well done, although I would have liked to have had more information on Sabretooth, Toad and Mystique.I had one small problem with the book in the fact that the writers need to get their technical information correct before putting their books in print. Wolverine has three claws per hand for a total of six, and each claw measures 12 inches in length not nine. He does not have four claws per hand as was described on page 39 as follows."Nine inches of metal shot from each knuckle. Eight razor sharp claws stabbed through cloth, skin and muscle ..........."And on page 215 where it says, "Then, gauging exactly how much force he dared use, he stuck all four claws from his left hand..."These may seem trivial to the average person, but to a true X-Men fan they are important.In closing I would like to add that I am even more anxious to see the movie and my money is on X-Men to be the summer blockbuster of 2000.Long Live the X-Men (and decent non-Batman like sequels)!

All those fears I had of the x-men movie being the next bad comic book movie have been purged with the release of the movie tie in. The novel brings all those characteristics the film can't: by going in the minds of the characters, their emotions etc. I really don't want to ruin the plot for anyone, but if you're like me and you're waiting for the film to be released(not until July for goodness sake)The book has most of the great characters from the comics with some missing, I heard that all missing will probably show up in the next film. There are some really intriguing storylines in the book involving Logan and Rogue, as well as a couple of interesting twists that I sure didn't see coming. So, if you thinking x-men was going to be the next batman and robin, think again. The book is surely worth a read(I read in a day! ) If you're looking for a great book to take to the beach or just veg and read, remember X marks the spot!