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From Publishers Weekly

Brooks's resounding, action-filled conclusion to the Heritage of Shannara series was a nine-week PW bestseller.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Mass Market Paperback edition.

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Having fulfilled the quests imposed upon them by the shade of the druid Allanon, the children of Shannara must now attempt to use their newfound powers and allies to defeat the Shadowen who are ravaging the Four Lands. Drawing together the threads of the three previous series titles, Brooks orchestrates an exciting, though predictable, conclusion to his second Shannara series. Brooks's appeal lies in his fidelity to tried-and-true quest fantasy and his ability to create engaging protagonists. Most libraries will want this title to satisfy patron demand. Previewed in Prepub Alert, LJ 11/15/92.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great ending ,to a great series., Sep 21 2003

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Andrew Plimpton "Don Gato" (Massachusettes) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Talismans of Shannara (Mass Market Paperback)

I have been quite satisfied by The Heritage of Shannara.It has turned out to be just as good as the first series,but in some different ways.Finally,everything comes out suspensfully satisfying in the end.
Par is definately one of the best characters ever.He has so much conflict within him ,and his love with Damson is so vivid.He developes tons through the series ,as do Walker,Morgan,and Wren.
Even though I'm not the greatest fan of fight scenes,I have to say,Walker's struggle with the Four Horsemen is one of the greatest fight scene's in all literature.It's up there with the Fellowship of the Ring's struggle in Moria,with Risca's battle with the Northland Army,with the spectacular Dave Duncan scenes,with all those scenes in Dragonlance.It's truly the most exciting part in the book.
I was glad to see that Morgan finally got his girl.After his devastating experience with Quickening,it was nice to see him happy.
The Sword of Shannara has been found,the Elves have returned,Walker has become a Druid,all the tasks which Allanon commanded to the Scions of Shannara have been completed.Now Rimmer Dall,leader of the Shadowen plans a fate for each of them.He sets his army against Wren,he sends the Four Horsemen against Walker,and to Par,to Par he sends a fate of terror beyond imagining......................

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastically written and concluded, Jan 28 2003

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"mheile1" (Wing Hove) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Talismans of Shannara (School & Library Binding)

This book is a non-stop thrill ride. Terry Brooks shifts back and forth from one part of the tale to the next. There is no pause, no down time and no hesitation.

This tale is fantastically woven to conclude the previous three books. Each sub plot intersects perfectly with the others until finally all loose ends are resolved.

This series vastly outclasses the original Shannara stories.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Talismans of Shannara, Sep 16 2002

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Jacob M. Anderson "Vash the Stampede" (the realm between realms) - See all my reviews
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It has been a while since I read this book, but I loved it. Terry Brooks is a masterful artist who has created vivid characters and an intriguing story line. It is a must have for anyone who truly enjoys fantasy.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Another Brooks Masterpiece
This book is so amazing it's crazy. It ends the Heritage of Shannara series and Brooks gets better with every book he writes. The characters, are still phenomenal! Read more

Published on Sep 25 2001 by galaphile

5.0 out of 5 stars Grandest Of The Shannara Books
This is the best book that Terry Brooks has writen. It has plenty of action and plot and character development and surprise. Read more

Published on Aug 2 2001 by Klown