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The Scions of Shannara (Heritage of Shannara, #1)

Terry Brooks
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The Scions of Shannara (Heritage of Shannara, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Terry Brooks

The Scions of Shannara (Heritage of Shannara, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

512

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Four Lands • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Scions of Shannara by Terry Brooks follows the descendants of the Ohmsford family as they embark on a quest to save the Four Lands from a dark and oppressive force. The novel is part of the Heritage of Shannara series and explores themes of magic, duty, and legacy.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

35,133 ratings

73%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Scions of Shannara by Terry Brooks receives praise for its intricate world-building and engaging plot. Readers appreciate the depth of the characters and the continuation of the Shannara saga. However, some critics note that the pacing can be slow at times and that the book relies on familiar tropes. Despite this, it is generally considered a solid addition to the fantasy genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Scions of Shannara (Heritage of Shannara, #1)?

Readers who enjoy The Scions of Shannara by Terry Brooks are often avid fantasy enthusiasts who appreciate epic tales of adventure, magic, and complex characters. Comparable to J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings and Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time, they revel in richly detailed worlds and heroic quests.

4.3

35,133 ratings

73%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

512

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Four Lands • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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