Sojourn

by R.A. Salvatore
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Good Books rating 4.13
Fantasy, Young Adult, Adventure
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  • ID: 8373
  • Added: 2025-12-21
  • Updated: 2025-12-21
  • ISBN: 9780786954032
  • Publisher: Wizards of the Coast
  • Published: 2009-06-23
  • Reviews: 3

Sojourn is the epic conclusion to the Dark Elf Trilogy, following Drizzt Do'Urden as he emerges from the Underdark into the blinding light of the surface world. Accompanied by his loyal panther, Drizzt explores the unfamiliar landscapes and creatures of Faerûn, a realm vastly different from the subterranean society he once knew. Despite his good intentions, Drizzt faces fear and distrust from the surface dwellers, leaving him to question whether he can find allies or if he is destined to remain an outsider./n/nThe novel delves into themes of identity, prejudice, and the struggle to find belonging in a world that is both wondrous and perilous. As Drizzt navigates this new world, he must confront not only external threats but also his own inner demons, making Sojourn a compelling exploration of resilience and self-discovery.

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Fantasy Book Review · 2025-12-21
emotional 4.90

This book is deeply emotional and a significant entry for fans who have followed Drizzt Do'Urden's journey from the beginning.

The reviewer finds 'Sojourn' to be a deeply emotional book, especially for fans who have followed Drizzt Do'Urden's journey from the beginning. They highlight that this book is a significant entry in the trilogy, setting the stage for future developments. The reviewer appreciates the smaller, more intimate cast, which makes the story feel nostalgic and easier to follow. They also mention that the book is a transitional novel, marking the beginning of a bold new trilogy. Overall, they feel it's a compelling and emotional addition to the series.

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    Sojourn reader reviews​​ This book is a deeply emotional one.

    This book is a deeply emotional one. Especially for the fans who have followed Drizzt Do” Urden since mezobezeran.

    Sojourn, by R.A. Salvatore is the third in ...

The Storygraph · goodreadsyoubookemperor · 2020-03-30
compelling 4.00

This book is considered the best in the trilogy so far, with a compelling narrative that follows Drizzt's journey out of the Underdark.

The reviewer initially thought this was the weakest book in the trilogy, finding it cutesy, contrived, and emotionally manipulative. However, their opinion changed as they continued reading, and they grew to appreciate the story more. They highlight that this book is the best in the trilogy so far, with a compelling narrative that follows Drizzt's journey out of the Underdark. The reviewer also mentions that the book is deeply emotional, especially for fans who have followed Drizzt's story from the beginning. They appreciate the smaller, more intimate cast, which makes the story feel nostalgic and easier to follow.

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    At first I thought this was the weakest book in the trilogy—more cutesy, more contrived, more emotionally manipulative. But it grew on me as I kept reading.

    Book three of Salvatore's Drizzt prequel is the best I've read, yet.

    By the start of this novel, our dark elf rogue has left the comically sinister Underdark.

Fantasy Literature · 2016-08-05
nostalgic 3.50

This book marks the beginning of a bold new trilogy, offering a fresh start with a smaller cast of characters. The story is nostalgic and easy to follow, making it a refreshing addition to the series.

This review highlights that 'Sojourn' is not just another installment in the long-running saga of the famous dark elf but the start of a new trilogy. The reviewer appreciates the smaller, more intimate cast, which makes the story feel nostalgic and easier to follow. They also mention that the book is deeply emotional, especially for fans who have followed Drizzt Do'Urden's journey from the beginning. The reviewer finds the story arc involving the farm family particularly excellent, though they note that the book's quality declines after that point with Drizzt aimlessly wandering. Overall, they feel it's a transitional novel that sets the stage for future developments.

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    This book wasn't just the next installment in the long-running saga of the famous dark elf, but the beginning of a bold new trilogy that will help change the ...

    It was very nostalgic, and easy to follow, with a refreshingly small-scale cast.

    Sojourn reader reviews​​ This book is a deeply emotional one.

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