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Belgarath the Sorcerer

Leigh Eddings, David Eddings
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Belgarath the Sorcerer

Fiction | Novel | Published in 1997

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Leigh Eddings, David Eddings

Belgarath the Sorcerer

Fiction | Novel | Published in 1997
Book Details
Pages

736

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Mythical World Of The Belgariad • Ancient Era

Publication Year

1997

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Belgarath the Sorcerer by Leigh Eddings and David Eddings follows the life and adventures of the influential sorcerer Belgarath. It explores his origins, relationships, and significant events over millennia, providing a comprehensive backstory within the universe of the Belgariad and Malloreon series.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

75,615 ratings

75%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Belgarath the Sorcerer by Leigh Eddings and David Eddings receives praise for its engaging narrative, rich world-building, and deep character development, offering a nostalgic return for fans of the Belgariad series. However, some critics find it overly verbose and believe it adds little new material to the existing saga.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Belgarath the Sorcerer?

Fans of epic fantasy and richly detailed world-building will enjoy Belgarath the Sorcerer by Leigh Eddings and David Eddings. Readers who appreciate the depth of character found in J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings and the intricate plots of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series will find Belgarath's story captivating.

4.1

75,615 ratings

75%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

736

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Mythical World Of The Belgariad • Ancient Era

Publication Year

1997

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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