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Stone of Tears (Sword of Truth, #2)

Terry Goodkind
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Stone of Tears (Sword of Truth, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995

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Terry Goodkind

Stone of Tears (Sword of Truth, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995
Book Details
Pages

703

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Midlands • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Stone of Tears by Terry Goodkind follows Richard and Kahlan as they face new challenges after the defeat of Darken Rahl. Richard grapples with emerging powers, while Kahlan’s leadership is tested. Together, they confront a foreboding threat that could endanger their world, leading to a deeper exploration of magic and destiny.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

121,814 ratings

78%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Terry Goodkind's Stone of Tears receives mixed reviews. Admirers celebrate its deepened character development, expansive world-building, and compelling storyline. Critics, however, find the pacing uneven and the prose occasionally overwrought. This sequel skillfully progresses the epic narrative but may challenge readers with its length and complexity.

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Who Should Read Stone of Tears (Sword of Truth, #2)?

Readers who enjoy intricate fantasy series with rich world-building and complex characters, akin to Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time or George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire, would be captivated by Terry Goodkind's Stone of Tears. Enthusiasts of epic quests and moral dilemmas will find this book deeply engaging.

4.4

121,814 ratings

78%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

703

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Midlands • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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