The Illearth War (The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant the Unbeliever, #2)
The Illearth War (The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant the Unbeliever, #2)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1989
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BetaThe Illearth War (The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant the Unbeliever, #2)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1989527
Novel • Fiction
The Land • Medieval Fantasy World
1989
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Illearth War by Stephen R. Donaldson follows Thomas Covenant, a man from our world, who is summoned back to the Land, a fantastical place threatened by the evil Lord Foul. He must navigate internal and external conflicts while aligning with inhabitants fighting for their survival in a desperate war.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Stephen R. Donaldson's The Illearth War captivates with its complex characters and richly detailed fantasy world. Readers appreciate the intricate plot and moral ambiguity. However, some criticism focuses on the slow pacing and dense prose. Overall, it's praised for deep emotional resonance and vivid world-building, making it a compelling but challenging read.
Who Should Read The Illearth War (The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant the Unbeliever, #2)?
Fans of epic fantasy with rich world-building and complex moral dilemmas will enjoy Stephen R. Donaldson's The Illearth War. Readers who appreciate J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings and George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series will find a similarly immersive and thought-provoking tale.
29,703 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
The Land • Medieval Fantasy World
1989
Adult
18+ years
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