Siege of Darkness

by R.A. Salvatore
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Good Books rating 2.67
Fantasy, Political, Military, Adventure
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  • ID: 8379
  • Added: 2025-12-21
  • Updated: 2025-12-21
  • ISBN: 9780786954094
  • Publisher: Wizards of the Coast
  • Published: 2009-06-23
  • Reviews: 3

In the third installment of the Legacy of the Drow series, the conflict between the drow and the dwarves reaches a boiling point. As Mithral Hall prepares for war, chaos erupts both above and below ground. On the surface, the Time of Troubles forces deities to take mortal forms, while in the Underdark, the drow houses lose their magical powers, and Lolth hands over leadership to the demon Errtu. Despite the turmoil, the drow rise up to battle the dwarves, with Bruenor and Drizzt leading the defense. However, they must do so without the aid of Wulfgar and Catti-brie. /n/n Siege of Darkness is a thrilling continuation of the Legend of Drizzt series, blending intense action with deep world-building and complex characters. The novel explores themes of loyalty, power, and the struggle between good and evil, all set against the backdrop of a richly imagined fantasy world.

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The StoryGraph · teachinsci · 2025-12-21
disappointing 2.50

This book was the reviewer's least favorite of Salvatore's work so far. They had forgotten most of the plot details from reading it over 20 years ago.

The reviewer found this book to be their least favorite of Salvatore's work so far. They had read it over 20 years ago and had pretty much forgotten what it actually consisted of. This suggests that the book did not leave a lasting impression on them, which is a significant criticism. Despite this, they still appreciate Salvatore's other works and this book is not enough to deter them from reading more of his books.

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    This book was my least favorite of Salvatore's work so far.

    I had, pretty much forgotten what it actually consisted of back when I read it most of 20 years ago

    Not a bad read and it's always nice to revisit these old friends

Fantasy Literature · 2025-12-21
disappointing 2.00

The book feels prepackaged and bland, lacking the depth and excitement expected from the series. It comes across as a frozen dinner of fantasy, missing the essence of both siege and darkness.

This reviewer found the book to be quite disappointing, feeling that it lacks the depth and excitement that the series is known for. They describe it as feeling prepackaged and bland, much like a frozen dinner. The reviewer also mentions that the book misses the essence of both siege and darkness, which are key elements of the series. They hope that future installments will bring back the quality and excitement that they have come to expect from the author.

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    Both this installment and its predecessor feel prepackaged and bland, the frozen dinners of fantasy.

    Hopefully, now that he's managed both drow and Time of ...

    Needs more siege. Also more darkness.

Forgotten Realms Reading · 2020-04-26
decent 3.50

Overall, it's a decent book, but the reviewer admits to being biased towards Salvatore's works. They found it to be an enjoyable read despite some flaws.

This reviewer found the book to be a decent read overall. They admit to being biased towards Salvatore's works, which might have influenced their positive view of the book. Despite some flaws, they found it to be an enjoyable read. The reviewer appreciates the author's style and storytelling, which makes the book worth reading even if it's not perfect.

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    Overall it's a decent book, I will admit that I may be biased towards Salvatore books.

    It's always nice to revisit these old friends

    Still well worth the credit still classic Salvatore

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