- Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: Del Rey Books; Reprint edition (Mar 1998)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0345338715
- ISBN-13: 978-0345338716
- Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 2.6 x 17.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
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The fifth - and concluding - title in the epic fantasy saga, THE BELGARIAD.
--This text refers to the
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THE DRIVE OF PROPHECY
The quest was over. The Orb of Aldur was restored. And once again, with the crowning of Garion, there was a descendant of Riva Iron-grip to rule as Overlord of the West.
But the Prophecy was unfulfilled. In the east, the evil God Torak was about to awaken and seek dominion. Somehow, Garion had to face the God, to kill or be killed. On the outcome of that dread duel rested the destiny of the world. Now, accompanied by his grandfather, the ancient sorcerer Belgarath, Garion headed toward the City of Endless Night, where Torak awaited him.
To the south, his fiancée, the princess Ce'Nedra, led the armies of the West in a desperate effort to divert the forces of Torak's followers from the man she loved.
The Prophecy drove Garion on. But it gave no answer to the question that haunted him: How does a man kill an immortal God?
Here is the brilliant conclusion to the epic of The Belgariad, which began in Pawn of Prophecy--a novel of fate, strange lands, and a Prophecy that must be fulfilled--the resolution of the war of men, Kings, and Gods that had spanned seven thousand years!
The quest was over. The Orb of Aldur was restored. And once again, with the crowning of Garion, there was a descendant of Riva Iron-grip to rule as Overlord of the West.
But the Prophecy was unfulfilled. In the east, the evil God Torak was about to awaken and seek dominion. Somehow, Garion had to face the God, to kill or be killed. On the outcome of that dread duel rested the destiny of the world. Now, accompanied by his grandfather, the ancient sorcerer Belgarath, Garion headed toward the City of Endless Night, where Torak awaited him.
To the south, his fiancée, the princess Ce'Nedra, led the armies of the West in a desperate effort to divert the forces of Torak's followers from the man she loved.
The Prophecy drove Garion on. But it gave no answer to the question that haunted him: How does a man kill an immortal God?
Here is the brilliant conclusion to the epic of The Belgariad, which began in Pawn of Prophecy--a novel of fate, strange lands, and a Prophecy that must be fulfilled--the resolution of the war of men, Kings, and Gods that had spanned seven thousand years!
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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a wonderfull book it's wit and humour delighted me constantly while i read it. Particularly silks cynisism and Ce'nedra's clever tricks. The book is not all laughter though and I found the scenes at the end somehow very moving (those who have read it will know which ones i mean). Garion's adventures have had me hooked all through the belgariad and this book was a very worthy follow-up to its companions. It is well written but more importantly the story itself is a fantastic one which could not fail to compell. I hope everyone who reads this reveiw will read Enchanters End-Game and the ones which came before it and love them just like I did.
6 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The fifth and final book of the Belgariad series.
The story begins with Garion, Belgarath and Silk attempting to reach Mallorea. I enjoyed this element of the story because, whilst not terribly different from the rest of the series' travel scenes, it deals only with the three characters. Garion and Belgarath are, of course, central to the story and I felt that, of all their previous companions, that Silk was definitely the best choice to accompany them. The three-way banter shows the bond between these three men as they draw nearer to what they know will be the event that decides their fate.
The story then picks up with the vast army assembled by Ce'Nedra, en route to their invasion of Mishrak ac Thull. Although it's told from Ce'Nedra's point of view, I was disappointed that her personal development wasn't nearly as profound as it had been in the previous book. However, the actual events, and the delightful scheming of the Kings of the West makes excellent reading.
I particularly enjoyed the great battle at Thull Mardu, with the well-written integration of the various armies and as each of the characters we've come to know has their own part to play. I have to say that, whilst not the best written or the most detailed, it is definitely one of my favourite battle scenes in any fantasy.
The final confrontation on Mallorea was great, as the full import of the event becomes clear to the reader, even if it is marred by a bit where Torak and Garion expand to the size of giants (a la Power Rangers).
The epilogue is slightly tedious, but is essential to resolving the fates of the various characters we've come to know and (with the exception of Polgara) love. In that way it's a bit like the end of the movie of 'The Return of the King'; you want it to hurry up and end, but you need that complete feeling of closure too (sorry, I just watched 'RotK' on DVD today, so the reference is fresh in my mind).
An excellent end to a generally very good series. Here's hoping the Mallorean will live up to it.
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The Belgariad series has been one of my favourite reads. I first completed the series in paperback as a teenager when the idea of a boy growing in to an inheritance and going on a quest was very appealing.
I recently re-read the series as Kindle books and found most of the appeal still there. I say "most" as there were some areas that did not flow the way I had remembered them. For instance the Princess C'Nedra deciding to lead an army in the latter books of the series seemed a little far-fetched given that this character was portrayed as a spoilt child earlier in the series. The motivations of some of the characters also seemed a little single-minded.
One of the main enjoyment factors of the series though was the humour of the narration. This coupled with an easy flow to the story still make it a favourite.
For those wanting a gritty, adult, action fantasy you will be disappointed, but if you like a light, humourous fantasy then this is well recommended.
I have posted this review on all the books in the series as I cannot distinguish between any one of them
I recently re-read the series as Kindle books and found most of the appeal still there. I say "most" as there were some areas that did not flow the way I had remembered them. For instance the Princess C'Nedra deciding to lead an army in the latter books of the series seemed a little far-fetched given that this character was portrayed as a spoilt child earlier in the series. The motivations of some of the characters also seemed a little single-minded.
One of the main enjoyment factors of the series though was the humour of the narration. This coupled with an easy flow to the story still make it a favourite.
For those wanting a gritty, adult, action fantasy you will be disappointed, but if you like a light, humourous fantasy then this is well recommended.
I have posted this review on all the books in the series as I cannot distinguish between any one of them
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An excellent way to conclude such a great adventure. David Eddings gives us a nice happy ending.
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