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Summary: Good story, bad edition
Review: Salvatore's plot is always exciting and enjoyable, and this collection is no exception. However, it appears that in converting the originals to this edition the publishers had a few problems with their typeset. There are many very unusual typos in the book, especially The Halfling's Gem, and some which actually make the story confusing. Example, a substituted bracket ']' instead of the letter 'i' on more than one occasion. I haven't read the original paperbacks, but I don't think anyone, let alone R.A. Salvatore, would make such dumb mistakes. It just doesn't figure if you look at a keyboard layout. Anyhow, get the originals instead of this.
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Summary: Check this out!
Review: One of Salvatore's best books! Great Characters and an amazing storyboard. A must in every AD&D player collection! Again a statement of this author's capability for great triologies.
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Summary: paladin
Review: After playing computer role playing games such as Baldur's Gate, I became interested in the character of Drizzt...After doing a little research of this character on the internet I came to find out of his beginings...I purchased the Dark Elf Trilogy first to chronicalogically follow Drizzt and have now finished the Icewind Dale trilogy...If you love fantasy these books are awesome...If you ever played Dungeons & Dragons, these books bring to life several of the mythical monsters and characters your familiar with...I finished both trilogies within a month and am looking forward to possibly the next trilogy...Great reading and insight to fantasy fiction.
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Summary: icewind dale trilogy
Review: This was an excellent trilogy! I have read salvatore since he started the Dark Elf Trilogy and I must say that this was an excellent pickup to where the Dark Elf Trilogy left off. I really enjoyed the way that salvatore portrayed the struggle of one to overcome the negativity of his race. It is something that we all should think about in our everyday life. Not just with 1 character does he do this but with all. It has an excellent moral message as well as an excellent adventure. Enjoy! And when you finish this, read the rest opf the series and see what happens!
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Summary: Tis a shame what has been done with such a promising name
Review: I have been playing D&D for over 6 years and having this book recommended to me by a friend I decided that I would see what I was missing. After struggling through this poorly written book, I must say that I was happy to see it end.Luckily, since I did not buy this book myself, I only noticed the "Editorial Review" written by Amazon tonight when I came to check on the price of this book. As you can see from the Review, they state that "While surely no Tolkien (who is, really?), Bob Salvatore can take pride in the fact that he's brought legions of enthusiastic fans to the genre--and for anyone who's caught themselves in an embarrassed yawn on page 412 of The Silmarillion, that's not a distinction to be taken lightly." While I do not dispute that, if given a good word processing program with an adequate spell checking function, Salvatore can capture an audience, anyone who has gotten bored while reading anything by Tolkien should go pick up some R. L. Stein books because they are not ready to graduate to higher reading. Just to let you know where I am coming from, I am a Sci-fi reader (Hubbard, Adams, Pournelle, Niven, etc.) and a reader of classical literature (Homer, Vergil, Thucydides, Herodotus, etc.). The first "fantasy" book that I read was the Hobbit and then I proceeded to finish the rest of the series. I have been reading for as long as I can remember and consider myself to be very well read. As always, you can disagree. :) Whatever the case, I strongly recommend that you buy one book in this series before spending $25+ dollars getting this collection. Personally, I would not waste my money buying this or reading any other books in this series. Stick to Tolkien and you will be fine.
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Summary: Great book-HORRIBLE typos
Review: The story is wonderful. Salvatore is a magnificent author, who thouroughly develops his characters, and keeps you glued to the storyline. However, the book is utterly littered with typos. (No kidding, I'd say on average a typo every 2-3 pages.) This interupts the continuity of the book greatly, as you are forced time and time again to stop and figure out what he meant to say. Lack of quotes, misplaced letters...and exactly who is Br~enor (page 775)? It's almost like they scanned in the origional documents into a text recognition program, where random y's turn to v's, u's to ~'s, and punctuation is disregarded. Very dissapointing. I love the books, but don't buy the hardback. Get them individually in soft cover.
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Summary: fantasy at its most magical
Review: let's review: we have a dark elf and his companions. A dwarf, a human, a halfling, a barbarian. An antagonist. All these characters are well defined and descriptive. They have qualities and philosophies that are endearing to that of the world in which we really do exist. For a fan of these characters they become as real as anything in life itself. This is the main reason that they continue in the authors heart and equally the readers. We also have unique insight into the main characters thoughts and feelings and beliefs. He is a dark elf that was born as all creatures are, inherently good. The choices of his people have forced him from his home in pursuit of not only an inner happiness but also a place that could truly be defined as good. Not always reaching his goal of that idea, I believe he sees the pursuit as fulfilling as the end result. Introspective, enchanting, enjoyable and as real as anything could possibly be. These books are wonderful.
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Summary: awsome
Review: This book was incredible. One of the best books I have ever read in my entire life. I strongly urge you to read this book. This book tells some of Drizzt Do'urdens best adventures. I also advise you to read some other R.A. Salvatore books.
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Summary: In A Word--Incredible!
Review: I have just finished reading The Icewind Dale trilogy and just can't say enough about it. I thought Terry Broks was good (and believe me he is) but I was completely blown away with this series. Drizzit,Cattie-Brie,Wulfgar and the rest of the gang lead you through one adventure after another. I was hooked by the end of the first chapter. The characters are fleshed out,the pace non-stop,mixed in with a great sense of humor. It also teaches alot about tolerance,and not judging people for what they appear to be. Talk about honor among friends. You could not be in better company. I look forward to getting the rest of Mr Salvatore's books. Please kep them coming!
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Summary: Unpretentious pulp.
Review: Sometimes you good want a good old fashion swords and sorcery romp. Plain characters and a simple plotline make this series a great way to while away a pleasant afternoon or two. Dont expect to have to tax your brain too much these books. Its no nonsense action style is the reason its so enjoyable but also the reason I only give it 4 stars. 3 Books worth of hack and slash can get a little wearisome no matter how good it is.
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