Synopsis
When Brona, the Druid who turned evil, returns to the Four Lands he begins a destructive Second War of the Races that threatens to destroy the peaceful races, starting with the Druids who stand in his way.
Summary
If you’ve read any of the original Shannara books then this is one you certainly won’t want to miss out on. The story of Bremen, the forging of the sword and the rise of Jerle Shannara are wonderfully crafted. We even have the discovery or Allanon, the boy who becomes a Druid himself (although it felt a little bolted on by the end of the book). Having Brooks develop his writing style for many years before this books meant that he could have easily slacked off and delivered something that filled in the gap but didn’t wow us. In fact, true to his craft, he has delivered a wonderful story that many in the fantasy genre will enjoy reading. Like the need to have the Star Wars prequels, this one goes a long way to explaining how the Warlock Lord almost comes to destroy the Four Lands and is a must read for the Shannara fan.
Please click this link for a full book review of First King of Shannara by Terry Brooks and this link for more book reviews.
Friday 23 August 2013
Sunday 11 August 2013
The Wishsong of Shannara by Terry Brooks
Synopsis
The Druid Allanon returns to the Four Lands and once more to the Ohmsford family. Brin Ohmsford has an Elvish magic called the wishsong that Allanon needs to destroy the evil that created the Warlock Lord and presents a new threat to the races of Elf, Dwarf and Man.
Summary
The Wishsong of Shannara carries on the story of the Four Lands, the Druid Allanon and the Ohmsford family. The story turns full cycle, focusing on the book known as the Ildatch that created the Warlock Lord. This makes the book very interesting and insightful as it delves deeper into the darkness behind magic. With the advent of the wishsong magic as well the pressure is off the Elfstones to save the day and that is a welcome expansion of the magic available within the Four Lands. There are some fantastic new characters in this book, such as the Weapons Master Garet Jax, but also some lesser developed ones, including Edain the son of Ander, King of the Elves. This is a welcome addition for continuing the Shannara series and despite its faults the last 20% of the book makes you not want to put it down.
Please click this link for a full book review of The Wishsong of Shannara by Terry Brooks and this link for more book reviews.
The Druid Allanon returns to the Four Lands and once more to the Ohmsford family. Brin Ohmsford has an Elvish magic called the wishsong that Allanon needs to destroy the evil that created the Warlock Lord and presents a new threat to the races of Elf, Dwarf and Man.
Summary
The Wishsong of Shannara carries on the story of the Four Lands, the Druid Allanon and the Ohmsford family. The story turns full cycle, focusing on the book known as the Ildatch that created the Warlock Lord. This makes the book very interesting and insightful as it delves deeper into the darkness behind magic. With the advent of the wishsong magic as well the pressure is off the Elfstones to save the day and that is a welcome expansion of the magic available within the Four Lands. There are some fantastic new characters in this book, such as the Weapons Master Garet Jax, but also some lesser developed ones, including Edain the son of Ander, King of the Elves. This is a welcome addition for continuing the Shannara series and despite its faults the last 20% of the book makes you not want to put it down.
Please click this link for a full book review of The Wishsong of Shannara by Terry Brooks and this link for more book reviews.
The Elfstones of Shannara by Terry Brooks
Synopsis
The Ellcrys is dying and with it the shield that has looked away the Demon race for many thousands of years is falling apart. Only Allanon and Wil, the grandson of Shea Ohmsford, can save the Four Lands from the destruction that the powerful and angry Demons will wreak upon it.
Summary
This book blends beautifully so many elements of good storytelling. The death of the Ellcrys means that the Elves and other races of the Four Lands have to act to save their lives. We meet the enigmatic Allanon and discover the depth of his magic against an insurmountable enemy. We reassociate with the Ohmsford family and see how the mysterious Elfstones connect Shea and Wil. We have characters who need to step out of the shadows and accept their destiny, including the out-of-favour prince, son of Eventine Elessedil, and Amberle, the king’s grand-daughter who is the last of the Chosen and the last hope to renew the Ellcrys. There is betrayal, fear, bravery and an against all odds battle to stay alive. It’s no wonder that this book has been looked at by many Hollywood producers with the intention of turning it into a film. It would certainly make a great big screen adventure.
Please click this link for a full book review of The Elfstones of Shannara by Terry Brooks and this link for more book reviews.
The Ellcrys is dying and with it the shield that has looked away the Demon race for many thousands of years is falling apart. Only Allanon and Wil, the grandson of Shea Ohmsford, can save the Four Lands from the destruction that the powerful and angry Demons will wreak upon it.
Summary
This book blends beautifully so many elements of good storytelling. The death of the Ellcrys means that the Elves and other races of the Four Lands have to act to save their lives. We meet the enigmatic Allanon and discover the depth of his magic against an insurmountable enemy. We reassociate with the Ohmsford family and see how the mysterious Elfstones connect Shea and Wil. We have characters who need to step out of the shadows and accept their destiny, including the out-of-favour prince, son of Eventine Elessedil, and Amberle, the king’s grand-daughter who is the last of the Chosen and the last hope to renew the Ellcrys. There is betrayal, fear, bravery and an against all odds battle to stay alive. It’s no wonder that this book has been looked at by many Hollywood producers with the intention of turning it into a film. It would certainly make a great big screen adventure.
Please click this link for a full book review of The Elfstones of Shannara by Terry Brooks and this link for more book reviews.
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