The Crystal Shard (Forgotten Realms: Icewind Dale, #1; Legend of Drizzt, #4)
The Crystal Shard (Forgotten Realms: Icewind Dale, #1; Legend of Drizzt, #4)
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2007
Book Brief
BetaThe Crystal Shard (Forgotten Realms: Icewind Dale, #1; Legend of Drizzt, #4)
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2007344
Novel • Fiction
Icewind Dale • Medieval Fantasy World
2007
13-18 years
Super Short Summary
The Crystal Shard by R.A. Salvatore follows the adventures of a renegade drow elf named Drizzt Do'Urden, who, alongside companions, faces an evil sorcerer wielding a powerful crystal relic. Set in the Icewind Dale region, this fantasy novel is the first book in the Icewind Dale Trilogy.
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The Crystal Shard by R.A. Salvatore is widely praised for its engaging world-building and vivid action scenes. Readers appreciate the depth of its characters, especially Drizzt Do'Urden. Some critics, however, find fault in the predictable plot and occasional pacing issues. Overall, the novel remains a beloved entry in the fantasy genre.
Who Should Read The Crystal Shard (Forgotten Realms: Icewind Dale, #1; Legend of Drizzt, #4)?
Fans of The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien or The Sword of Shannara by Terry Brooks will appreciate The Crystal Shard by R.A. Salvatore. Ideal for readers who enjoy epic fantasy, complex characters, and richly crafted worlds filled with magic, adventure, and heroism.
64,111 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
344
Novel • Fiction
Icewind Dale • Medieval Fantasy World
2007
13-18 years
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