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The Diamond Throne (The Elenium, #1)

Leigh Eddings, David Eddings
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The Diamond Throne (The Elenium, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 1990

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Leigh Eddings, David Eddings

The Diamond Throne (The Elenium, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 1990
Book Details
Pages

435

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Elenia • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

1990

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Diamond Throne, written by Leigh Eddings and David Eddings, follows the journey of Sir Sparhawk, a knight who returns home to save his queen. This novel, the first in the Elenium Trilogy, features themes of duty, magic, and adventure in a richly detailed fantasy world.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

35,648 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Diamond Throne by Leigh Eddings and David Eddings offers a compelling mix of rich world-building and character development, capturing readers with its engaging plot and humorous dialogue. Some critics find the pacing uneven and note familiar tropes. Overall, it remains a well-loved entry in the epic fantasy genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Diamond Throne (The Elenium, #1)?

Fans of heroic epic fantasy will relish The Diamond Throne by David and Leigh Eddings. This book appeals to readers who enjoyed the intricate plots and rich world-building in works like Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings and Martin’s A Game of Thrones. Expect engaging characters, quests, and magical realms.

4.0

35,648 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

435

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Elenia • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

1990

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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