I don't think you can go wrong with most of the big name companies-Trek, Specialized, Giant, Kona, GT, the list goes on. As long as you don't buy a bike from Wal-Mart.....
Not at all Trevor, in fact, I just bought my first full suspension bike 2 weeks ago. Also if price is the issue, you are way better off with a quality hardtail than a cheap full suspension.