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Summary: The Silent Blade is fantastic!
Review: Like so many other Drizzt-philes, I had been on the edge of my seat practically since Passage To Dawn hit the shelves, wondering when the next installment in the saga of the life of the drow ranger would hit the shelves. Upon learning that Drizzt was not to hold center stage in The Silent Blade, I will admit that I was a *little* bit skeptical, despite a long-standing desire to see more of the other interesting characters in that series--- the Harpells, for example, or canny Jarlaxle. Now, as one of the fortunate few to have read this book before it hits the shelves, I feel an obligation to my fellow Salvatore fans, especially the Drizzt-philes of the world, to tell you all that The Silent Blade has completely demolished my slight skepticism about the Drizzt-free book lurking in RAS' computer! The Silent Blade is excellent, looking into the mind of a Wulfgar still scarred after his imprisonment in the Abyss, and--- interestingly enough--- into the mind of an Artemis Entreri whose pride eats at him after his unfinished encounters with Drizzt and his stay in Menzoberranzan, city of ten thousand Entreris... TSB reminded me once again that the strength of RAS' books is in his characters, first and foremost. Not just one character... Not even just the core group of heroes in the books. *All* of them. I am now eagerly looking forward to the day when that as-yet-nameless sequel hits the shelves. Whatever the wait, The Silent Blade convinced me it will be worth it. The Silent Blade has everything we readers expect of RAS: Amazing characters, incredible battle scenes, pages that seem to turn of their own accord. I will not spoil anything for the rest of you by saying anything specific about whose path leads where, who fights who, or even who fights *what*... but there are enough turns and forks in the road that I guarantee anyone who thinks they can predict the storyline and outcome of this book is going to embarrass himself trying. Buy it, read it, you'll see what I mean. One last note: Between my name and RAS' signature in my treasured galley copy of The Silent Blade is a single line which says more about the story than any review ever could. That line is, "The tale of fallen men"...
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Summary: The Silent Blade - ...spellbinding, amazing...
Review: -"...Salvatore at his best..." - Publisher WeeklyR.A Salvatore, one of the most talented and amazing authors for the Forgotten Realms series, leaves us utterly astonished once again in this spellbinding novel. The book is so detailed, the combats, the scenarios, the characters, everything can be pictured so clearly in your mind that you unroll your own movie as you read along! The captivating novelist, R.A Salvatore, is especially known for his great writing abilities during battles, however that is not his only great attribute in this novel. The readers are magnetized and enchanted by the book, and that I believe, is the work of the persuasive author. Salavatore's signature character, Drizzt Do'Urden, is included in "The Silent Blade" and so are his riveting companions: Wulfgar the mighty barbarian, Cattie-Brie with her remarkable bow, Regis the hypnotizer, Breunor the dwarf and Drizzt's powerful cat, Gwenhwyvar. Powerful enemies also lurk about the Forgotten Realms, and these include the deadly assassin Artemis Entreri, the cunning drow, Jarlaxle, and his apprentices, Kimmuriel Oblodra, the psionist and Rai-Guy the wizard-cleric. However the most manipulative and powerful enemy lies in a simple artifact, the Crystal Shard, Crenshinibon! The theme of the book is very interesting and keeps readers in the book. The motif of the novel concerns dilemmas. The characters have many problems that they try to rid and resolve, however, doing so is no simple task. This is one of Salvatore's greatest books and I highly recommend this book to anybody who enjoys fantasy and dungeons & dragons novels. If you ever have read a book from J.R.R Tolkien, such as the Hobbit or the Lord of the Rings, then this is also a book for you. The cruel demon, Errtu, is also featured in the stimulating novel, but only as a character from the past that still, emotionally, torments Wulfgar. Drizzt and his companions are worried for their friend, and at the same time, must keep an eye on the demoniac artifact, Crenshinibon. All of these dangerous and difficult obstacles occur while Artemis Entreri, the deadly assassin, allies with cunning drows to form an army in the streets of Calimport, and wishes revenge on his superior. It is up to you to help Wulfgar and Drizzt in an amazing battle! Hurry and purchase this gripping novel, and pick up your blade and enter the fascinating Forgotten Realms dimension!
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Summary: Show down!
Review: Our favorite Dark Elf meets his match! Entreri travels the world to find Drizzt Do'Urden and settle the score, knowing that he had a great chance of beating him. Drizzt and his friends begin to travel the world, trying to find a way to destroy the Crystal Shard that came into their possession. This book stands out most because of its one-on-one fight scenes and quick moving characters.
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Summary: Not bad, could've been better though.
Review: at first I was exited about reading the "brand new Drizzt Novel". I thought, "wow! RA wrote ANOTHER?". I was facinated by the drow since I got my copy of The Crystal Shard in Paperback. Then I got a hint of the plot..I dont know, it was ok..but when I read Drizzt novels usually, I'm drawn into RA's world..this book didnt so much have that feel. especially with the characters..they werent as deep or meaningful as they used to be. (needless to say, I still prefer the Dark Elf Trilogy to any of the other Drizzt books, but that's not the issue here). In no way am I thinking I can critisize Mr. Salvatore's work, I know from experience how difficult it is to write even one novel and keep the reader interested till the last page. he has done more than his share of writing, and I commend him for making Drizzt the icon of Forgotten Realms with a following of millions. The Silent Blade is worthy of Drizzt, IMHO, and I take my hat off to Salvatore for once again captivating the readers. I hope in the future to see Drizzt as his old self..but honestly, to all you hardcore fans out there, why would out friendly neighborhood Drizzt return to the mentally anguished, constantly on edge drow when his life has changed so much? give him a break people..there's only so much intrigue and mental instability one drow can take..even Drizzt. and to Robert Salvatore, I take my hat off..after eleven books, you deserve all the credit for making Drizzt who he is today. -bow-
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Summary: another great one, i say
Review: of course, being a huge Salvatore fan, i thought this book was extreamly good. yes i loved it ^.^* the only little minor thing is that whole Wulfgar-Drizzt-Catti-brie thing..that annoys me, a tad. i agree w/ those who say 'let Drizzt and Catti-brie hook up'....especially after that sword-takeover thing a couple books back. so anyways, i really got into Jarlaxle this time..he was never really, well, a focus or whatever, but i still thought he was rather interesting, and now in this book..lets say its just great! you 'get to know him better' if you will. now he is one of my favourite characters : ) oh yeah, one more thing--the ending! argh! no-what was that?! everyone cackling over the '..leaving us hanging' are right, i mean, now i feel like jumping up and dashing to the nearest barnes&nobles and finding the next one...realizing after mindless hours searching, that you, Bob, dear Bob, havent finished it yet..can we all say= oh please finish it mad quick! im dying for it! i need it to survive!! ..well lets not get too crazy ^_~ anyhow, overall it was amazing as usual, and for those who complain about it's "usual predictibility", heed me: stop reading these kinda books. i could care less. Bob's Drizzt books are the BEST on the shelves, "predictibility" or not, im a forever fan here. ~Catti-chan
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Summary: Excellent book, a departure for RAS
Review: The title is fitting. Shows some of the insides of Artemis Entreri, and has Jarlaxle up to his usual business. Its a quality read with less plot and more character development. Some odd things happen in this book between characters. This book gets my recomendation.
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Summary: Not bad, could've been better though.
Review: at first I was exited about reading the "brand new Drizzt Novel". I thought, "wow! RA wrote ANOTHER?". I was facinated by the drow since I got my copy of The Crystal Shard in Paperback. Then I got a hint of the plot..I dont know, it was ok..but when I read Drizzt novels usually, I'm drawn into RA's world..this book didnt so much have that feel. especially with the characters..they werent as deep or meaningful as they used to be. (needless to say, I still prefer the Dark Elf Trilogy to any of the other Drizzt books, but that's not the issue here). In no way am I thinking I can critisize Mr. Salvatore's work, I know from experience how difficult it is to write even one novel and keep the reader interested till the last page. he has done more than his share of writing, and I commend him for making Drizzt the icon of Forgotten Realms with a following of millions. The Silent Blade is worthy of Drizzt, IMHO, and I take my hat off to Salvatore for once again captivating the readers. I hope in the future to see Drizzt as his old self..but honestly, to all you hardcore fans out there, why would out friendly neighborhood Drizzt return to the mentally anguished, constantly on edge drow when his life has changed so much? give him a break people..there's only so much intrigue and mental instability one drow can take..even Drizzt. and to Robert Salvatore, I take my hat off..after eleven books, you deserve all the credit for making Drizzt who he is today. -bow-
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Summary: The Salvatore before is sorely missed
Review: This review isn't meant in any negative way. But it is by far not anywhere near what Salvatore is capable of achieving with the likes of Drizzt Do-Urden. The book is a simple extension, a crowd pleaser, an obvious outcome. There is no where as much mystery, irony, adventure, and exhilaration as the original Dark Elf Triology and the Preludes had obtained. Drizzt's journals are seedier, the action less edge-of-your-seat. On the positive side, Wulgar's inner turmoil is an interesting side line (though he's more like a drunk bully Caramon after the Chronicles in Dragonlance). All the signature RA Salvatore moves are there. Most of the fabulous character designs and personalities present themselves in an array of entwining paths. I still believe the story line was rushed. An epic story deserves more patience in description and more wit in dialog. I will also NEVER FORGIVE Salvatore for writing the most RIDICULOUS end in his one of his previous books where Drizzt trained a seal to retrieve Guenhwyvar from the icy waters in a matter of pages. (In my opinion : Guenhwyvar should have an entire book dedicated to herself.. perhaps where a new enemy had come into possession of the artifact) I am a Drizzt (salvatore) fan, but this book wasn't what I was waiting all year for.
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Summary: Hard Emotions and cool battles
Review: One of the best things about this book is that we see the inner torments suffered by Wulfgar and Artemis Entreri. We see how entreri copes with life on Calimport's streets and how Wulfgar faces the horrid memories of imprisonment at the hands of Errtu. Without spoiling much, the final battle between Drizzt and Entreri is very intense and somewhat surprising. Bruenor is also great, particularly when he keeps getting his axe stuck in various goblins. mind you though, there are some gorey details so be forwarned.
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Summary: This is a really good book.
Review: After reading, "Passage to Dawn," I was a little tried of the Drizzt series and decided to read a different set of books. The different set didn't do it for me, so I went back to Drizzt and I was blown away by the Silent blade. The writing is ten times better then the "Legacy Series," the characters have much more depth and emotional ties (Artemis, Wolfgar), and I could tell (Don't ask me how) Mr. Salvatore was enjoying himself more when he was writing this series rather than the "Legacy series." If you don't like the legacy series or not find it as enjoyable as the previous books, just read them because the "Paths of Darkness" series will make more sense and the stories will be ten times better.
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