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The Sword of the Shannara and The Elfstones of Shannara (Shannara (Publication Order))
by
Terry Brooks (Goodreads Author)
Terry Brooks' Shannara series has become a modern classic, and now, 25 years after it was written, it is a must-have addition to your eBook library. For a limited time only, take advantage of this exciting opportunity -- buy Elfstones of Shannara and get The Sword of Shannara for free Sword of ShannaraLiving in peaceful Shady Vale, Shea Ohmsford knew little of the troubles...more
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Published
January 15th 2002
by Del Rey Books
(first published January 2002)
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Though I am only about half-way through the book, I have seemed to lose interest. I take issue with the story. I can understand how the lead character and his brother are from a region that is sort of isolated from the greater cities and realms up north, but even through their journey and stops in cities and towns, there is no sense of urgency in the people around them that this evil dark lord is coming. You would think that such impending doom for the realm would have people up in arms. Instead...more
In this book there is a boy named Shea Ohmsford how learns he is a decendent of the great elf king and he must travel to the castle of the elves to retrieve the sword of shannara because he is the only one who can kill the warlock lord, Brona. Shea and his brother, Flick, decide to make this perilous journey. Through their trials and tribulations they meet a magician, the prince of culhaven, Shea's friend Menion Leah, and other elves who make the walk with him to find the sword and save the Nort...more
If you are a reader who loves fantasy and have not read the Sword of Shannara series you are missing out. Terry Brooks is an amazing writer. I learned to love reading and writing by reading books like this. I read this when I was 10 years old and loved it. I still find it a fantastic read today!
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Brooks creates a narrative experience that is engaging and intriguing. I am not particularly moved by his charcterizations, but he depicts a world that has me eager to explore more. Wishsong is on my list of to-reads!
I used to REALLY enjoy this series, but my taste (particularly in Fantasy) has changed. Thanks George R. R. Martin. This is a good series to introduce young adult readers to who enjoy fantasy stories.
This was a very good book which I had fun reading. The book is very unpredictable, adventourouse, and interesting. The book does start off very slow, but it does move fast when it is into the main part of the story. The only problem is that it is a very hard book to read, and it took me a while to read it. I highly recommend it to people whoare looking for a chalanging and adventurous book.
Not as good as The Sword of Shannara, but still quite an enjoyable read. The one thing that made me like this book less than the first book was the extended battle scenes.
This is in reference to the "The Elfstones of Shannara" since I can not find it and no longer own the stand alone book.
Good story, too many words. I get really tired of wasted words. Just my opinion, I know other people like it.
Great book,
My first epic fantasy. Read all of the Terry Brooks books after that.
My first epic fantasy. Read all of the Terry Brooks books after that.
Cheap lord of the rings knock off..and it seemed like it would never end....
Read it when i was quiet young would very much like to read again
Don't read this book when you're about to go to bed at night...
The 2nd book in the Sword of Shannara trilogy. It's great too.
This turned me into a huge Terry Brooks fan. I enjoyed the journey!
Jul 28, 2010
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The Elfstones of Shannara by Terry Brooks (1984)
Jul 14, 2012
Bryan
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Best of the Shannara books in my opinion
Brought tears to my eyes, I loved this series.
May 21, 2013
Bea
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Read as singles
It's a lot easier to read than LOTR. It's kinda funny having read the LOTR and Harry Potter books... I see so many similarities between them all. It's still fun though. My favorite so far was the description of the gates to the Kings Tomb... it's the exact description of the sign on screen to World of Warcraft. :-)
The final battle seemed abrupt, but I'm quite glad they didn't kill off my favorite character. Too bad for Hendel and Keltset, though.
Can't wait to start "Elfstones."
The final battle seemed abrupt, but I'm quite glad they didn't kill off my favorite character. Too bad for Hendel and Keltset, though.
Can't wait to start "Elfstones."
Feb 06, 2013
Terry
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First book not so interesting but I finished it. The Elfstones though was quite enjoyable reading.
so far.this book is good.somewhat slow at points,but when u get past those points this book is really good.
I absolutely love these books! They are like the perfect combination of suspense, action, occasional romance, and thrill. They are so amazing! Terry Brooks is a genius!!!! I highly recommend these! It looks boring, but don't judge a book by its cover! You won't regret it!
You can see in this novel how Brooks's writing has matured since Sword, and he's added a lot more of his own ideas to his plot. While still following a classic quest formula, the ideas were completely original to me, and captivating. I enjoyed this novel on a personal level, what with the elves and protectorate trees and riding birds!
Don't bother reading this book, its a waste of time. Read the Lord of the Rings instead, same story line with much much better writing.
I finished it about 4 months ago and to be honest, I would not recommend this book to anyone. The characters were static and the plot was extremely slow moving. Very predictable. More of an adolescent type read.
I got so sick of this book that I remember finishing it at lunch and throwing it out the window of my car... just to get rid of it. Loved the beginning but it should have been about 300 pages shorter.
Not sure where I got this book - or why it is catching my attention. But, I already know who I am giving it to when I am done reading it.
Fantasy/Adventure
Fun series.
I can't remember a lot of it, and I do get some of it mixed up with Lord of the rings.
Fun series.
I can't remember a lot of it, and I do get some of it mixed up with Lord of the rings.
A ripoff of J.R.R. Tolkien. Leaves big holes in plot. Thought I would enjoy this one but didn't.
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Terry Brooks was born in Illinois in 1944, where he spent a great deal of his childhood and early adulthood dreaming up stories in and around Sinnissippi Park, the very same park that would eventually become the setting for his bestselling Word & Void trilogy. He went to college and received his undergraduate degree from Hamilton College, where he majored in English Literature, and he received...more
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