The Thousand Orcs

by R.A. Salvatore
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Good Books rating 4.0
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  • ID: 8385
  • Added: 2025-12-21
  • Updated: 2025-12-21
  • ISBN: 9780786954148
  • Publisher: Wizards of the Coast
  • Published: 2009-06-23
  • Reviews: 3

The Thousand Orcs is an explosive episode in the Legend of Drizzt saga, where fearsome enemies unite to destroy The Companions. Written by R.A. Salvatore, this novel is the first book in The Hunter’s Blades trilogy and the seventeenth installment in the Legend of Drizzt series. The story follows Drizzt Do’Urden and his companions as they join forces with dwarves to warn nearby towns of the impending hordes of orcs and frost giants. The battle reaches a climax at the Battle of Shallows, where humans and dwarves must unite to defend the settlement against the rampaging orcs and their allies. As blades clash and feet trample, even the heroes may not survive a desperate stand. This novel is a thrilling addition to the Legend of Drizzt series, known for its intricate world-building and complex characters. Salvatore's detailed descriptions and fast-paced action make this a must-read for fans of fantasy adventure.

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The Storygraph · 2025-12-21
surprising 4.00

They were shocked at how much they enjoyed the book, especially given their past experiences with the author's work. The story is engaging and well-crafted, making it a great addition to the series.

The reviewer was initially hesitant about reading this book, given their past experiences with the author's work. However, they were pleasantly surprised by how much they enjoyed it. The story is engaging and well-crafted, with a good pace that keeps the reader hooked. The reviewer appreciates the way the author brings the characters and the world to life, making it a great addition to the series. It's a book that fans of the genre will not want to miss.

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    Honestly, I was shocked how much I enjoyed this book.

    I was a huge fan of R. A. Salvatore in high school, but when I tried to go back and reread the Icewind.

    It's a great addition to the series.

Books for a Buck · 2025-12-21
charming 4.00

They praised the book for its well-written plot and believable characters. The story feels like a classic role-playing adventure, which adds to its charm.

The reviewer highlights the strong writing and plotting in this book, which makes the story engaging and easy to follow. The characters are well-developed and feel real, with their own problems and motivations. The story has a classic feel of a role-playing adventure, which adds to its charm and makes it a enjoyable read for fans of the genre. The reviewer appreciates the attention to detail and the way the author brings the world to life.

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    This book is written well. It is plotted well and the characters are written in a way that makes them believable and real.

    Like many Wizards of the Coast novels, THE THOUSAND ORCS has something of the feel of a role-playing adventure.

    They have real problems and real motivations.

Perkunos · 2014-04-28
refreshing 4.00

They found the book quite interesting and a refreshing return to form for the author. The story recaptures the essence of the character Drizzt, making it a compelling read.

The reviewer was pleasantly surprised by this book, especially after feeling that the previous installments had run their course. They appreciated how the story managed to recapture the essence of Drizzt, making the character feel authentic and engaging again. The plot is well-paced and the characters are well-developed, which adds to the overall enjoyment of the book. It's a great return to form for the author and a must-read for fans of the series.

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    This book was quite interesting.

    After the last two books that I thought that Salvatore and Drizzt were done and overdone – he throws a curveball at you.

    It's almost like it managed to recapture the old magic.

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