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The Elfstones of Shannara: 2 (Sword of Shannara) (Mass Market Paperback)

by Terry Brooks (Author), Darrell K. Sweet (Illustrator)
4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (21 customer reviews)

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  • Mass Market Paperback: 576 pages
  • Publisher: Del Rey Books; Reissue edition (Sep 1990)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0345285549
  • ISBN-13: 978-0345285546
  • Product Dimensions: 17 x 10.4 x 2.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 934,110 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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A marvellous fantasy trip' Frank Herbert 'If Harry Potter has given you a thirst for fantasy and you have not discovered the magic of Terry Brooks, you are in for a treat' ROCKY MOUNTAIN NEWS 'Confirms Terry's place at the head of the fantasy world' Philip Pullman --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Ancient, ultimate evil threatened the Elves and the Races of Man. For the Ellcrys, the tree of long-lost Elven magic, was dying, loosing the spell of Forbidding that locked the hordes of Demons away from Earth. Already the fearsome Reaper was free. Only one source had the power to stop it: the Elfstones of Shannara. And the valiant companions must ride again in an impossible quest to find them. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Astonishing - Suspense filled fantasy at it's best, 6 Jan 2003
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This review is from: The Elfstones of Shannara (The Shannara series) (Paperback)
I've been into fantasy books for about a year now and in my spare time I have read a wide range of excellent novels.
None of them compare to this.
The Shannara series is a ground-breaking piece of modern fantasy and "The Elfstones of Shannara" is arguably the finest book.
The story is set about 30 years after the events of the first book and is focused on a magical tree, known as The Elcrys. The tree that belongs to the Elves is dying and the force that holds demons in their evil prison is weakening...
As well as proving that he can write gripping fantasy, Terry Brooks also reveals that he is an excellent horror writer. Some of the scenes from this book, in which the heroes are stalked by dark creatures, are terrifyingly intense. Terry Brooks effortlessly creates a real sense of suffocating horror and suspense.
There is also a twist near the end of the story, but instead of springing up suddenly, little hints warn you subconciously and knaw at your brain. It makes you want to read further.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Rivetting!, 31 Jul 2008
This review is from: The Elfstones of Shannara (The Shannara series) (Paperback)
Terry Brooks is a highly commended fantasy writer. Starting with the Sword of Shannara through to the First King of Shannara. His style allows readers to embark on an emotional journey from happiness to fear to frustration and more. The Druids holds the key and add pieces of the puzzle through the adventure with their ambiguity in all books. Some of these books provide greater thrilling experiences than others and The Elfstones of Shannara is one of them.
It would be cruel to reveal the plot to potential readers though I would recommend those who are debating this read, should start reading the Sword of Shannara in order to become intimate with the characters especially Allanon, the Druid, who I love despite his mysteriousness and ambiguous past. You will find at least find two characters from the series that touches your heart the most, and each reader have chosen differently who they are. So, what are yours??
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Another book from Brooks on the future fate of the world, 18 Nov 2005
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This review is from: The Elfstones of Shannara (The Shannara series) (Paperback)
As with the other books about the world of tomorrow after cataclysmic catastrophes, this too presents an array of people who are alike and yet not the people of today.

Wil Ohmsford belongs to that long line of family who get chosen by the Druids to save their world - time and time again. In many ways the books in this series are somewhat similar. All of the heroes are insecure and afraid, yet end up doing what is "right". Along with them are supporters who make their job possible.

This should become trite in the end. In some books in this loooong series (sure beats Robert Jordans Wheel of Time series in length) I have been bored and have had to put down the book I've been reading. This was not the case with The Elfstones of Shannara. It's certainly not a masterpiece but a highly enjoyable read.

The changes in Amberle are not especially surprising. The ending was about as expected and I guess I like that in books. I want to be able to believe in the closure the author has brought to a book. If it deviates too much from what has gone before I feel cheated.

Anyways, I would recommend the series to any fantasy fan and hope that you will enjoy this book at least as much as I have (having read it twice).

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5.0 out of 5 stars Unmatched
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Published 2 months ago by Horace Smith

3.0 out of 5 stars Good right up to the end
I realy enjoyed the story and the diversity of the charicters. But i found that when i got to the end, it just kind of droped off. I cant describe it better than.. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Mr. Ronald G. Brown

4.0 out of 5 stars Good second book
In this book we now see the Shannara family called again to the help of the Druids. Again the main theme in all of the Shannara books. Read more
Published on 16 Feb 2007 by C. Parrott

5.0 out of 5 stars The best in the series.
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The magical tree known as the Ellcrys is dying. With the fading of the tree's magic, an army of demons is unleashed from beyond the boundary of the Forbidding,... Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2005 by Ian Tapley

5.0 out of 5 stars Wrighty's opinion
I feel that this is probably the best book in the Shannara series. I think that the way Brooks can make even the most unimaginable things imaginable is amazing. Read more
Published on 13 Sep 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Not enough superlatives in the english language
I may be biased, as this is the first Fantasy Novel I ever purchased back in the days of yore, but I still read and enjoy this book many years later. Read more
Published on 22 Oct 2003 by kaladon

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for any Terry Brooks or Fantasy fan
Ever since I caught the Terry Brooks bug, I read this book time and time again. For me the Elfstones of Shannara is the greatest of all his work. Read more
Published on 5 Feb 2002 by Mr. Richard Newitt

5.0 out of 5 stars All I have to say is.......WOW!!!
This is the best, most amazing book I have ever read, I am now on the Wishsong of Shannara and I have bought up all of the other books aswell. Read more
Published on 7 Jan 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars The best of the Shannara series so far
Having read all eight of the Shannara books in under seven months I consider this one to be the best. Brooks manages to keep the suspense going as the story unravels. Read more
Published on 27 Nov 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars Could not put it down
I am new to Terry Brooks but not for long. This is the second book in the series that I have read and I want to read them all. Read more
Published on 25 Oct 2001

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