• Gauntlgrym

  • Legend of Drizzt: Neverwinter Saga, Book 1
  • By: R. A. Salvatore
  • Narrated by: Victor Bevine
  • Length: 13 hrs and 40 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,957 ratings)

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Gauntlgrym

By: R. A. Salvatore
Narrated by: Victor Bevine
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Publisher's summary

Drizzt joins Bruenor on his quest for the fabled dwarven kingdom of Gauntlgrym: ruins said to be rich with ancient treasure and arcane lore. But before they even get close, another drow and dwarf pair stumbles across it first: Jarlaxle and Athrogate. In their search for treasure and magic, Jarlaxle and Athrogate inadvertently set into motion a catastrophe that could spell disaster for the unsuspecting people of the city of Neverwinter - a catastrophe big enough to lure even the mercenary Jarlaxle into risking his own coin and skin to stop it.

Unfortunately, the more they uncover about the secret of Gauntlgrym, the more it looks like they can’t stop it on their own. They’ll need help, and from the last people they ever thought to fight alongside again: Drizzt and Bruenor.

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Pleasantly Surprised.

If you could sum up Gauntlgrym in three words, what would they be?

Action Packed,decadent

What other book might you compare Gauntlgrym to and why?

I have never read another title that fits into the realm of high fantasy.

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

First time listener of Mr Bevine.

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

I tried my best. I listened for hours on end.

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Gauntlgrym is one of the best bits of fantasy Ive ever read. I was really not aware of Salvatores work until a friend recommended it. From what I understand Salvatore has a rich history with fantasy literature. Im just sorry I never knew of his work before now. Gauntlgrym has great character development,action packed fights, and he paints some of the most decadent worlds Ive ever imagined. If you are a fan of high fantasy you owe it to yourself to give this book a chance. IMHO you won't regret taking the leap.

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a bold new path begins for D&D's favorite Drow

What did you love best about Gauntlgrym?

Drizzt's is finally breaking with all the familiar trappings and coming to terms that all the old friends and loved ones he found at his side for aid and direction in life are going or gone and he must fine a new reason to live. Of course RS is handling this beautifully and leaves me with nothing but confident optimism and well as anticipation for what lies down the road for my favorite D&D based recurring hero. This books does a beautiful job of expressing the pain of having to move on from a chapter in your life yet transitioning wonderfully as the changing from 3.5 to 4.0 for Forgotton Realms leaves the world that Drizzt lives in ripe for new adventure.

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My 2nd favorite book by R. A. Salvatore!

Would you listen to Gauntlgrym again? Why?

I plan to listen to Gauentlgrym many times over. I own The Orc King, Pirate King, and Ghost King and have listen to them over 50 times each. The Legend of Drizzt Stories are great and well worth listening to again and again!

What was one of the most memorable moments of Gauntlgrym?

The beginning and the ending. I can't say what happened but there roller coasters!

What about Victor Bevine’s performance did you like?

I guess hes good but I enjoy Mark Bramhall performance much better. He read The other books.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

I found it elf!

Any additional comments?

If your a fan of the Drizzt stories buy the audible books and enjoy them for hours!

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Highly recommend

Where does Gauntlgrym rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This is one book you don't want to miss out on.

What other book might you compare Gauntlgrym to and why?

None, as i haven't heard to many audio books thus far but, i loved this book.

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

Great narrater, he keeps you wanting to hear more.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Bwaahaaha

Any additional comments?

Once you have listened to this book you'll want to buy and listen to the next and so on until you have experienced the whole collection.

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Annother Home Run!

I have been a fan of R.A.Salvatore's work since the Crystal Shard hooked me and sent me down this path. Gauntlgrym is another epic beginning. If your new to the Forgotten Realms or an old adventurer like myself, your going to love this book!
True to his style, the action is awesome! and you don't want to put the book down.
The narration was well done and enjoyable to listen to. I look forward to reading the rest of the series.

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breathtaking another home run

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

Yes this book is another r.a. Salvatore classic new characters and taking
Old ones in new directions the story was very creative and different

What did you like best about this story?

The story behind gauntalgrym using the a fire elemental god
To forge magical weapons and armor and the rising of the dead
From the ashes of the lava. Also taking drizzt later in his life as an elf.

What does Victor Bevine bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Talent action brings the characters to life and adding to their depth with his amazing voice

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

The reaction the older characters have to certain situations makes me laugh

Any additional comments?

Great book buy it

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Drizzt is my hero!!!

If you could sum up Gauntlgrym in three words, what would they be?

A new beginning for Drizzt!

What other book might you compare Gauntlgrym to and why?

Any other Drizzt book!

Which scene was your favorite?

The reuniting of Drizzt and his dwarf and JARLAXEL and his Dwarf!

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Someone dies for real this time

Any additional comments?

Please get the whole saga on audiobook so many other Drizzt books!!!!!

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Awesome

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

This is one of the best books ever written.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Gauntlgrym?

When King Bruenor died, he had reached his goal of finding Gauntlgrym.

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

This was my first listen of Victor Bevine.

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

This book had be in tears as it reflected back on Wulgar, Regis and Cattie Brie.

Any additional comments?

If your not listening to an audible book you are missing out.

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fantastic

What made the experience of listening to Gauntlgrym the most enjoyable?

The story is everything you expect amazing fight scenes and the plot.

What did you like best about this story?

Jarlaxle is back w/athrogate and working as a team w/drizzt and bruenor

Which scene was your favorite?

Bar fight when jarlaxle appears himself to drizzt

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

To battle evil you have to embrace it just a little.

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Grand

If you could sum up Gauntlgrym in three words, what would they be?

once one get's by the names of people, places, and things it's a great book...

What did you like best about this story?

the mystery of Drizzt's past

Which character – as performed by Victor Bevine – was your favorite?

Drizzt was my favorite

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

I could not say... "Neverwinter's Drizzt after marriage"

Any additional comments?

other then the names, hard to pronounce and keep track, of just because of the obscurity of the names but the stories inside are wonderful and with the additional of friends and small pinholes glimpse to Drizzt's history is exciting...

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