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The Elfstones of Shannara

Terry Brooks

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The Elfstones of Shannara
The Elfstones of Shannara

Elves, magic, perilous quest, ancient evil.

If you're drawn to fantastical realms with rich lore, "The Elfstones of Shannara" won't disappoint. Terry Brooks weaves a story where the fate of an entire race depends on a treacherous journey fraught with demon encounters, and deep-rooted in elven magic. The balance of Wil's vulnerability and burgeoning courage alongside Amberle's quest gives this classic fantasy adventure its enduring appeal.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780356507118
Author: Terry Brooks
Publisher: Orbit
Date of Publication: 2016-02-04
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Science Fiction, Young Adult, Fantasy
Related Topics: Young Adult Romance, Science Fiction, Mythology, High Fantasy, Science Fiction Fantasy, Coming of Age, Adventure
Goodreads rating: 3.98
(rated by 70910 readers)

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Ancient Evil threatens the Elves: The ancient tree created by long-lost Elven magic is dying. When Wil Ohmsford is summoned to guard Amberle on a perilous quest to gather a new seed for a new tree, he is faced with the Reaper, the most fearsome of all Demons. And Wil is without power to control them.
 

Elves, magic, perilous quest, ancient evil.

If you're drawn to fantastical realms with rich lore, "The Elfstones of Shannara" won't disappoint. Terry Brooks weaves a story where the fate of an entire race depends on a treacherous journey fraught with demon encounters, and deep-rooted in elven magic. The balance of Wil's vulnerability and burgeoning courage alongside Amberle's quest gives this classic fantasy adventure its enduring appeal.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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