The Black Elfstone: The Fall of Shannara by Terry Brooks

The Black Elfstone: The Fall of Shannara

The Fall of Shannara #1

Terry Brooks

387 pages first pub 2017 (view editions)

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This book is ideal for readers who enjoy epic fantasy sagas with intricate political conflicts, powerful magical elements, and complex characters navigating both personal quests and world-altering threats.

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The first book of the triumphant and epic four-part conclusion to the Shannara series, from one of the all-time masters of fantasy. Across the Four Lands, peace has reigned for generations. But now, in the far north, an unknown enemy is massing. ...

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Community Reviews

3.88
based on 330 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 85%

dark: 50%

emotional: 21%

tense: 21%

mysterious: 14%

challenging: 7%

hopeful: 7%

reflective: 7%

sad: 7%


Pace

21% of readers chose fast
64% of readers chose medium
14% of readers chose slow
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medium
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Plot or character driven?

40% of readers chose Plot
60% of readers chose A mix
Plot
A mix

Strong character development?

55% of readers chose Yes
22% of readers chose Complicated
22% of readers chose No
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Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

30% of readers chose Yes
50% of readers chose Complicated
20% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

55% of readers chose Yes
11% of readers chose Complicated
33% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

55% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose Complicated
11% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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