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The Druid of Shannara Library Binding – 26 Jun. 2008

by Terry Brooks (Author)
4.5 out of 5 stars 1,556 ratings
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  1. Book 2 of 4
    The Heritage of Shannara
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publication date
    26 Jun. 2008
  4. Dimensions
    3.18 x 10.8 x 17.78 cm
  5. ISBN-10
    1439508968
  6. ISBN-13
    978-1439508961
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 26 Jun. 2008
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Reprint
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1439508968
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1439508961
  • Item weight ‏ : ‎ 227 g
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 3.18 x 10.8 x 17.78 cm
  • Book 2 of 4 ‏ : ‎ The Heritage of Shannara
  • Customer reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars 1,556 ratings

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Terry Brooks

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Terry Brooks is the New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty-five books, including the Genesis of Shannara novels Armageddon's Children and The Elves of Cintra; The Sword of Shannara; the Voyage of the Jerle Shannara trilogy: Ilse Witch, Antrax, and Morgawr; the High Druid of Shannara trilogy: Jarka Ruus, Tanequil, and Straken; the nonfiction book Sometimes the Magic Works: Lessons from a Writing Life; and the novel based upon the screenplay and story by George Lucas, Star Wars(R): Episode I The Phantom Menace.(tm) His novels Running with the Demon and A Knight of the Word were selected by the Rocky Mountain News as two of the best science fiction/fantasy novels of the twentieth century. The author was a practicing attorney for many years but now writes full-time. He lives with his wife, Judine, in the Pacific Northwest.

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Customers find the book to be an excellent read with an adventure-filled story. They appreciate the character development, with one customer specifically mentioning the addition of new characters in this installment.

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Customers find the book to be an excellent read and part of a good series, with one customer noting it's a must-read for everyone.

"This is another excellent yarn from the always-reliable Terry Brooks...." Read more

"...Overall a very good book, possibly long winded in parts, but it has good, evil, love, hate and adventure, so very enjoyable." Read more

"Love Terry Brooks books, his way of writing is so intriguing and he the way he makes his characters come to life with such significant differences..." Read more

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Customers enjoy the story quality of the book, describing it as excellent and full of adventure, with one customer noting that each tale is different and another mentioning how it leads temptingly into Book Three.

"...possibly long winded in parts, but it has good, evil, love, hate and adventure, so very enjoyable." Read more

"...come to life with such significant differences makes the story exciting...." Read more

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4 customers mention ‘Character development’4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one mentioning how the story introduces new characters.

"The continuation of the story adds new characters, but builds on the characters of Walker and Morgan...." Read more

"...I could not put it down. The links between the characters, the Scions of Shannara and the Shannara Chronicles have been extremely well established..." Read more

"Love the characters in this series of books. Real page turners. I would definately recommend them...." Read more

"This was a book full of adventure, magic, monsters and heroes. An excellent follow on to Book One and leads temptingly into Book Three...." Read more

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  • JohnatLoynePark
    5.0 out of 5 stars Prepare to buy all four books.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 January 2016
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    Book 2 in the Series of 4. In typical Terry Brooks reliable style it contains both the word "roil" and the word "roiling". When you see either of those you know you are home.
    Each book in the Series (I am currently reading book 3) inevitably re-tells episodes from the proceeding book. In fact this can be a great help if you have a time lapse between volumes.
    In this book, I couldn't see how it was going to conclude. In fact the conclusion was quite dramatic and lead smoothly on to "The Elf Queen of Shannara. If you like fantasy fiction the complex tales woven by the good Mr. Brooks will never disappoint.
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  • sproggit
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Story - Beware Issue with the Kindle Edition
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 October 2013
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    This is another excellent yarn from the always-reliable Terry Brooks. Rather than comment specifically upon this work here, I just wanted to alert potential Kindle readers that, as at Oct 16th 2013, I have identified an issue with the Kindle edition, in that the last section of the book appears to have been truncated. [ Even the Kindle's own internal navigation system shows that, on the last accessible page, it is roughly 10% short of the end of the book... ]

    In the process of reporting to Customer Services, and will update/remove this comment once I see it fixed...
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  • Mr. Shaun Connolly
    4.0 out of 5 stars another good Terry Brooks book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 September 2010
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    What can i say, if you have read the first book and liked it the the second is just as good. Not to give anything away, you will know who the Druid is quickly although its not confirmed untill the second half of the book. I read this in a week although I was on hoilday but I didn't want to put it down. I was forced to by the kids and the pool but could have read cover to cover.

    I do like all for the various Shannara books and if you have started with this set I suggest you stop and start at the beginning of the previous set of books as events from these are refered to quite often. It doen't spoil your enjoyment at all, but will improve it without a doubt.
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  • Justin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant part two
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 October 2017
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    The continuation of the story adds new characters, but builds on the characters of Walker and Morgan. As always the personal demons are part of the battle. One of the new characters is an assassin for the federation who loves to kill, the story is partially seen from his view, so adds a different dimension. Overall a very good book, possibly long winded in parts, but it has good, evil, love, hate and adventure, so very enjoyable.
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  • humanitysdarkerside
    5.0 out of 5 stars Even better than volume 1
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 January 2006
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    I have to agree with the ratings of 5 that have been given on this book. I was captured on page one and not released on the last one. I'm going to have to begin reading the third installment in "The Heritage of Shannara" series as soon as possible.
    Quickening, Walker, Morgan and Pe Ell are the main characters in this book. They search for the Black Elfstone and Quickening seeks her fate. The book does touch minimally on Wren's search for the elves and somewhat more on Par and Coll's search and discovery of the Sword of Shannara. The ending was excellent and what brought it up to a rating of 5 in my mind. I cannot wait to read the next book. Happy reading!
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  • Elin Nordberg
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best in fantasy
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 October 2013
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    Love Terry Brooks books, his way of writing is so intriguing and he the way he makes his characters come to life with such significant differences makes the story exciting. The Heritage of Shannara series is amazingly eclectic and the characters that have been introduced have quickly become some of my favourite characters in Brooks' world.
    Highly recommend any fantasy lover to explore Brooks' Four Lands world, as it will intrigue and surprise you!
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  • Julie Duff
    4.0 out of 5 stars ... have not read but my father has and he loved it.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 March 2017
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    a book i have not read but my father has and he loved it.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good copy
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 February 2023
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    The book was received and was a good copy
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  • Raggety
    5.0 out of 5 stars Livre
    Reviewed in France on 22 August 2019
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    Ok
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  • annamaria migo
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Druid of Shannara.
    Reviewed in Mexico on 15 December 2017
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    Excelente libro, te capta desde la primera palabra hasta la ultima .escrito tan bien que no lo puedes dejar de leer.
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  • Elizabeth B
    5.0 out of 5 stars magical fantasy
    Reviewed in the United States on 15 July 2024
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    I loved all the descriptions of places, persons and the magical properties of each carácter. It is a book that kept my interest till the end. I think I could Recomend it for all ages 12+
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  • Deb Clarke
    5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant story
    Reviewed in Australia on 22 February 2020
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    Brilliant writing and story. Keeps you engaged the whole way through.
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  • AC
    4.0 out of 5 stars Classic sorry - butchered the cover art
    Reviewed in India on 21 December 2022
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    Great book I read in school, wanted a copy for myself, I'm a fan of the Shannara series. But unfortunately the latest cover art sucks - it was way better in the past, older versions. The new one just looks like a bad digital mish-mash.
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