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Summary: I marvel again at Salvatore's story-telling abilities
Review: Yet another amazing work by my favorite fantasy writer. I was certainly not dissapointed after reading this novel. In fact, I had, when I first picked up the book, no worries that I would miss Drizzt. From what I know about Drizzt from the previous eleven books, I'm sure he is doing just fine. Which brings me to another point. I am beginning to notice a change in what I love to read about in these books by Salvatore. When I first read the Icewind Dale Trilogy and the Dark Elf Trilogy, I loved it when Drizzt or any of his companions got in battles. I would play the mental imagery over and over for the greatest satisfaction. But now, as I have finished the 12th book, I realized how much more I enjoy reading about character developement. I thrive off learning more and more about each character Salvatore presents. Certainly I enjoy the battle scenes as reminders of how powerful these characters are, but I grow more and more fascinated with the ongoing struggle of Wulfgar's past and present life. As the reader learnes more about Wulfgar's horrific torment, he/she comes to understand why an entire book is necessary to cover his redemption, perhaps even more than one book...perhaps an entire trilogy...who knows, I just can't wait to find out! A great read for any who are not as closed and simple minded as those who criticize the book for a lack of Drizzt.
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Summary: A well written book
Review: This book may not have been about Forgotton Realms best known and liked character, but it was good. I thought the paralell story about the Aucks and Meralada added to the story. The book provided an interesting insite to Wulfgar's pain and torture that was not exposed in the previous book. The story kept me on my toes, from the Prisonors Carnival to the climax at the end. I thought that overall it was a great book and that most fantasy readers would enjoy it.
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Summary: Drizzt was not missed as much as I thought he would be.
Review: This book is a great work for Salvatore. I've read all of the other dark elf books. This too is a great read!!! Don't pass it up because Drizzt is not in it!!! Wulfgar struggles with his friends' influences throughout and the side story paints a true picture of medievel social classes. Morik is wonderful! He could be compared to Jarlaxle as a great character. New characters are a reprieve for the author and the reader. And for those love story addicts like myself, Wulfgar finally admits to himself that Cattibrie belongs to Drizzt.
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Summary: Authorial intent means nothing
Review: Look, it doesn't matter what Salvatore wanted us to get out of the book, because it's most likely completely different from what we got. You can't think about what he was thinking when he wrote that; just read the damn thing and enjoy it. Take it for what it's worth. It doesn't have to be typical of the genre. You can't blame the guy for failing to measure up to Icewind Dale and Dark Elf. Drizzt is done. No more needs to be said about him. He was awesome, but he's done. If Salvatore wants he can probably worm another book out by having Entreri just expire; he is human, after all. Then he can worm another one out by having Wulfgar the drunk attack him and stuff, and by having the city of Menzoberranzan, under the new direction of Liriel Baenre and Gromph, try to take over the world and attack Silverymoon and stuff. Then he can worm another one out by having him bring Zak out of the Abyss, and have Zak start acting like Wulfgar. Or maybe a combination: Drizzt and Zak defending Alustriel and Silverymoon from Liriel and Gromph Baenre. The most I would expect out of Salvatore in this series would be three more books.
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Summary: Not impressed!
Review: I never thought I would actually say this, considering the character he once was, but Wulfgar is a whiner. Get over it, guy. I have to throw my vote in with those who say "thumbs down".
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Summary: Why couldnt Wulfgar just die in the Prisoners Carnival!!!
Review: This book was a great book but the first half was soo boring then it built up and got more interesting but Wulfgar is probably my most "disliked" character in all the Drizzt books(i include this one)Maybe the next book Salvatore will show mercy to Wulfgar and kill him again for another 3-4 books-haha- or maybe bring the whole team back togethor at least. Worth reading though.
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Summary: Horrible.
Review: A story without Drizzt. Less than half of the book on Wulfgar. The other half on some love-struck no-name prince we don't want to read about. I'm glad I didn't buy it and just borrowed it from a friend. Even free reading, it wasn't that worth it.
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Summary: Don't bother with this one
Review: What a dissapointment. I have read EVERYTHING Mr. Salvatore has written and was always happy. Until now. This book is a pointless trek through Wulfgar's uninteresting melancholy just to set up (I think) the possibility of a new series. If you HAVE to read it, skip to the end. And next time, Mr. Salvatore, NO DRIZZT = NO DICE!
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Summary: Interesting twist on the nature of good and evil
Review: This excellent story contains an interesting paradox. There's a horrific depiction of the Carnival of Prisioners, in which convicts are tortured to death to the delight of the crowd. In one of his essays, Drizzt ponders on the nature of humankind, and wonders why we find entertainment in destruction and mayhem. An odd sentiment to find in a sword-and-sorcery book. I don't know what was in the author's mind as he wrote this story, or what motivates the fans who find special resonance in Entreri and Jarlaxle. But I have to wonder what we're seeing in the mirror that the Carnival of Prisoners holds up to our faces. There's a thin line between a desire to understand a basic question of life -- the nature of good and evil -- and the sordid impulse that make people slow down to gawk at a car wreck. That's one of the reasons why I admired this book. Without getting preachy or obvious, the author puts these questions on the table. Good fantasy leads us to ponder the human condition. Bob Salvatore writes very good fantasy, indeed.
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Summary: Bob is my fav
Review: For all those that complain about no Drizzt, cut the man some slack. I remember Bob's stinging words to me at a book signing for Demon Awakens, an excellent book published under Del Rey: "Grow Up". I took his words to heart (and forgave him after I thought about it) and read the Demon series. They are better than the Drizzt series. I am sure he gets tired of writing about the life of Drizzt once in a while, so this was a great change of pace for him. Keep up the excellent work Bob.
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