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Summary: Salvatore Fans - SKIP THIS ONE
Review: Having read the whole Drizzt saga, and enjoyed it, I can safely say this book is a complete waste of time. Wulfgar was never a favorite of mine, so a whole book dedicated to this boring fellow was a real snore. It is pretty clear that Mr. Salvatore is trying to spin him off into his own series.
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Summary: I'm really confused
Review: Ok... Right now I'm on the second book of the Icewind Dale. I've real the Dark Elf Triogy. I was wanting to know... what is the order I should read all these Forgotten Realms books. There are so many, and I'm really confused on what order I should read them in. I'm really looking forward to reading ALL the Drizzt , and Wulfgar, and Bruenor, and Cattie-Brie, and regis books. So please E-Mail me with the correct ordet the books go in. An avid reader from Michigan
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Summary: Great book!
Review: Besides the numerous spelling mistakes throughout the book (far worse than his other books), this book was great. It seems there are many mixed reviews, which I can understand. The style of this book differed greatly from his styles in other books. I have heard many people slam other books in this series, such as Passage to Dawn, and heard many slams on this book. But, no matter how bad parts of any of his books were, overall, they have all attributed to a greater excellency. Salvatore has yet to write a book in this series that I can put down without wanting to pick back up! I was open to the change of style, to a heart felt book, rather than a sword driven one. Before, I, like many others, felt Wulfgar to be a plain and boring (if not heartless) character. This book certainly clarifies that his struggles run deeper than ever imagined. My only complaint is that this book really never talked about Wulfgars childhood, and how he felt growing up under the father figure of Bruenor. It would have been interesting to see himself reflecting upon his childhood self. Instead, we are left with third person point of views on this. Oh well. Overall, GREAT book! If you've read the others, read this.
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Summary: Very Enjoyable if you have the patience to just read it..
Review: Wow... seems people either loved or hated this book. Yes, the first 3 parts of the book spend about half the time with a plot thread that isn't centered on Wulfgar. Bear with it - it is leading up to something. Have faith and just keep reading because he brings it all together at the end. Wulfgar took on a major undertaking and transformation at the end of the book and Salvatore invested considerable time creating the context in which that decision was made. Salvatore's universe is much broader than just Drizzt. As much as I like reading about Drizzt I would hate to see Salvatore in a rut where he could ONLY write about the famed dark elf. Wulfgar now has a bit more depth to him than what he had before. When and if he joins the COTH (Champions of the Hall), it will be most entertaining! Bottom line, bear with it. You might not care for/about Marelda, Jaka, and Lord Feringal but it all comes together in the end. That and he creates fertile ground to start other stories.
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Summary: Will's Guide to R.A. Salvatore's Spine of the World
Review: First of all, I'd like to congratulate Mr. Salvatore on another job well done. This book was excellent. Also, I found that Drizzt wasn't missed as much as many thought he would be. This book focuses on Wulfgar's inner struggles to regain his former self after his torment by Errtu in the Abyss. The other main Character, Morik the Rogue, was a great help to the character of this book. Morik can readily be compared to the Drow Jarlaxle, Leader of Bregan D'aerthe (I think I spelled it right. For those who have never read R.A. Salvatore's books, I do not suggest you start off with this one. Start off with the Dark elf Trilogy, and work your way up. This way, you can come to appreciate the characters, and come to know them very closely. Again, this is a Great book, and again, I'd like to congratulate Mr. Salvatore on a job well done.
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Summary: What do you expect?
Review: Salvatore is not a talented author. He has NEVER been a talented author. The original Icewind Dale trilogy does have a certain amateurish charm, but the man's style is not one that bares close inspection. Yes, at one point I did enjoy the minutely choreographed battle scenes. And yes, I am no longer ten years old. Currently, I prefer novels that emphasize interesting characters and compelling stories. Unfortunately, these are very definitely ol' R.A.'s weakness. Very definitely to be missed.
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Summary: What the...?
Review: I simply do not understand all of these positive reviews here. I too have read all of Salvatore's Drizzt novels and think they're fantastic, but throughout the entire time I was reading this book, I was thinking "What the hell is he doing here?". Remember: 1) Wulfgar is in only *half* the book, 2) the other half is *not* fantasy in the least; there is no magic, no monsters, no combat, no quest, no climactic ending, or antyhing else that you would expect to find in a fantasy novel. It could have very well just have been a romance novel set in the 1800's. You read the entire book thinking "this has got to get better", waiting patiently for the payoff, and end up no where at the end of the book. Wulfgar is an interesting character, and Salvatore could have made this a great *fantasy* novel, but he didn't. I understand his desire to branch out in his writing career and try new things, but I wish he had done that in some other, different series. When you read a Drizzt-based novel from Salvatore, you come to expect certain things. When you don't get them, it's a real dissapointment. I hope he returns to normal in the next novel. If he doesn't, I know he's lost at least one fan.
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Summary: A set up for greater things.
Review: I introduced Jan to the dark elf triolgy first and now she is on Icewind Dale. I on the other hand have read all and my love for R.A. Salvatore's writing is, mildly put, great. I was hoping when I first got Spine of the World was to see Drizzt in it while also reading about Wulfgar's adventures at luskan and the turmoil that he went through. At first I was disappointed but I continued reading. Spine of the world has the same style we all love from Salvatore and it comes together in the end superbly. The end is by far, not to spoil it for anyone, gives us more to look forward to and possibilties that are countless. One hint to Salvatore though, try one next that shows what Drizzt and the others are doing then with the third bring the companions back together thoughout the third, just my opinion :).
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Summary: A solid rung in Salvatore's ladder of GREAT novels! A+ Read
Review: First of all, Drizzt is in this book. He continues to give his philosophy at the beginning of every new section. I have read all of the "Drizzt" books and I feel that this story was a great one. It opens some promissing opportunities into the future of the 'Champions of the Hall'. After reading Spine of the World, I can't wait untill the reunion of the gang, now that Wulfgar has found some inner piece. I felt this book made the imaginary Faerun a more relatable place to those of us who have decided to move out of our parent's basements and have struggled to get through lifes trial and tribulations. This is a great read that shouldn't be passed up. If you plan to continue to read this great series of novels, you will be lost from here on out if you miss Spine of the World.
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Summary: Maybe Stretching Isn't a Good Idea
Review: When Wulfgar is the most interesting character in a book [and only about half of it to boot] you know you're in for a snoozer. Don't waste your money people. Has anyone else noticed a disturbing trend of "transitional novels" where nothing happens but the ending guaranties that a grand adventure is in the offing? Another pathetic example of stretching those post-Thanksgiving turkey surprises into literary tryptophan.
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