The Two Swords

by R.A. Salvatore
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Good Books rating 3.0
Fantasy, Political, Military, Adventure
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  • ID: 8387
  • Added: 2025-12-21
  • Updated: 2025-12-21
  • ISBN: 9780786954162
  • Publisher: Wizards of the Coast
  • Published: 2009-06-23
  • Reviews: 3

In the thrilling conclusion to The Hunter’s Blades trilogy, dark elf Drizzt Do'Urden is driven by vengeance against King Obould Many-Arrows, the orc leader responsible for the slaughter of his closest friends. When Obould steals Innovindil's beloved pegasus, Drizzt joins her on a daring rescue mission to the northern lands of the frost giants, risking his own life in the process. Meanwhile, the Companions, thought to be dead, are sealed inside Mithral Hall, awaiting a battle that will determine their fate. Bruenor must devise a strategy to defeat Obould's horde and lead his clan to victory./n/nThe Two Swords is the nineteenth installment in the Legend of Drizzt series, continuing the epic fantasy adventure with high stakes and intense action. The novel explores themes of loyalty, vengeance, and the struggle for survival in a world filled with magical creatures and ancient conflicts.

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The Pluviophile Writer · 2016-01-13
enjoyable 3.50

The book is an easy read with wonderful characters that are enjoyable to follow. It is a solid entry in the series, though it may not be the strongest.

The reviewer enjoyed the book for its easy readability and well-crafted characters. They found it to be a solid addition to the series, though it may not be as strong as some of the other installments. The characters are engaging, and the story is enjoyable, making it a good choice for fans of the series. However, it does not stand out as a particularly memorable or groundbreaking entry.

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    They are always an easy read with wonderful characters that you look forward to following on whatever adventure they partake in.

    I believe that Salvatore has created a world that is both rich and engaging, and The Two Swords is a solid addition to that world.

    While it may not be the strongest book in the series, it is still a enjoyable read that fans of the series will appreciate.

Hidden in Pages · 2008-01-15
average 3.00

The book was an okay read, but the epic strategic battles were not to their liking. The story is engaging, but it may not be the best for those who prefer more character-driven narratives.

The reviewer found the book to be an okay read, though they were not particularly fond of the epic strategic battles that are a significant part of the story. They appreciated the engaging narrative but felt that the book may not be the best choice for readers who prefer more character-driven stories. The pacing and action sequences were well-executed, but the overall experience was somewhat average.

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    Overall this was an okay book. I personally don't enjoy books with epic strategic battles that much; especially when the epic battle goes across ...

    The story is engaging, but it may not be the best for those who prefer more character-driven narratives.

    The pacing and action sequences were well-executed, but the overall experience was somewhat average.

SFReader · 2007-05-29
disappointing 2.50

The prose felt less mature, and the characters were more two-dimensional compared to earlier works. The story lacked the depth and moral dilemmas that made the previous books compelling.

The reviewer found the prose in this book to be less refined, with characters that felt flatter and less developed than in Salvatore's earlier works. They missed the moral complexity and dilemmas that had enriched the previous books in the series. While the story was still engaging, it lacked the depth that made the earlier installments stand out.

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    The prose felt younger, the characters were more two dimensional than earlier, there were no dilemmas or moral quandaries within the trilogy and ...

    Overall, this is a disappointing addition to the series, as it lacks the depth and complexity of the earlier books.

    The story is enjoyable, but it feels more like a filler than a substantial addition to the series.

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