Wards of Faerie

The Dark Legacy of Shannara

By: Terry Brooks

Narrated by: Rosalyn Landor

Length: 14 hrs and 24 mins

Publisher's summary

Seven years after the conclusion of the High Druid of Shannara trilogy, New York Times best-selling author Terry Brooks at last revisits one of the most popular eras in the legendary epic fantasy series that has spellbound listeners for more than three decades.

When the world was young, and its name was Faerie, the power of magic ruled - and the Elfstones warded the race of Elves and their lands, keeping evil at bay. But when an Elven girl fell hopelessly in love with a Darkling boy of the Void, he carried away more than her heart.

Thousands of years later, tumultuous times are upon the world now known as the Four Lands. Users of magic are in conflict with proponents of science. Elves have distanced their society from the other races. The dwindling Druid order and its teachings are threatened with extinction. A sinister politician has used treachery and murder to rise as prime minister of the mighty Federation. Meanwhile, poring through a long-forgotten diary, the young Druid Aphenglow Elessedil has stumbled upon the secret account of an Elven girl's heartbreak and the shocking truth about the vanished Elfstones. But never has a little knowledge been so very dangerous - as Aphenglow quickly learns when she's set upon by assassins.

Yet there can be no turning back from the road to which fate has steered her. For whoever captures the Elfstones and their untold powers will surely hold the advantage in the devastating clash to come. But Aphenglow and her allies - Druids, Elves, and humans alike - remember the monstrous history of the Demon War, and they know that the Four Lands will never survive another reign of darkness. But whether they themselves can survive the attempt to stem that tide is another question entirely.

©2012 Terry Brooks (P)2012 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

"[Terry Brooks is] the most important fantasy writer since J.R.R. Tolkien." ( Rocky Mountain News)

Good Read, character names a little hard to remem.

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

This book is a sci-fi quest book. The characters are likable and the story is interesting.

Amazing on all accounts

This series is a must have for fantasy fans. the narration is done extremely well and captures the spirit of the characters.

Great book

Terry Brooks is the man. I would recommend this to any one who loves fantasy. Rich universe and deep characters.

Brooks doesn't dissapoint

I've read Terry Brooke books before Harry Potter! I'd have to say I appreciate Brooks most, primarily because his stories continue.

just okay

If hallmark had a fantasy channel, this storyline would be perfect. It is basic, predictable, entertaining and lacks depth.

Narration

Was great!!

Would love to hear her again.

Word requirements for comments are dumb, very.

Very Good!

What made the experience of listening to Wards of Faerie the most enjoyable?

The story is classic Brooks and left me wanting more. I especially enjoyed the narrator and hope she does more. Her ability to slip into different voices for different characters helped bring the story to life.

What did you like best about this story?

I am a fan of Terry Brooks and have read everything he has written for publication. This story has believeable characters that I came to care about and want to know more about. I'm anxious for the sequel.

Have you listened to any of Rosalyn Landor’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

This the first time that I've heard her narrate a book.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes.

I miss Scott Brick's narration

Odd comment, but...There seems to be a variety of readers for this series. It's interesting how the pronunciation changes of places and people. I suppose this narrator was selected since the story's main character is female. I drive 2 hours a day to work, so I am grateful for this series. Wards of Faerie failed to entice me at first, I didn't think I'd like this one, but it worked it's way through and wound up being a good choice. I do wish my favorite characters would stop being picked off in this book and his other. :)

Great story but...

If you could sum up Wards of Faerie in three words, what would they be?

The story is great but the heavy British accent takes a little getting use to, but not a negative. The drop in stars has to do with flaws in story I found but won't share to save the entertainment for others.

What other book might you compare Wards of Faerie to and why?

Anything terry brooks is a greatread

What three words best describe Rosalyn Landor’s voice?

British easy clear

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No

Any additional comments?

Definitely worth your time.

Great story but seemed like just the first half

Would you try another book from Terry Brooks and/or Rosalyn Landor?

Yes

Any additional comments?

Great story but seemed like just the first half of one book, looking forward to listening to the 2nd in the series.