Your audiobook is waiting…
The Sorcerer's Daughter
People who bought this also bought...
-
The High Druid's Blade
- The Defenders of Shannara
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Simon Vance
- Length: 10 hrs and 20 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 963
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 898
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 899
Legend has it that Paxon Leah is descended from the royals and warriors who once ruled the Highlands and waged war with magical weapons. But those kings, queens, and heroes are long gone, and there is nothing enchanted about the antique sword that hangs above Paxon’s fireplace. Running his family’s modest shipping business, Paxon leads a quiet life - until extraordinary circumstances overturn his simple world…and rewrite his destiny.
-
3 out of 5 stars
-
A departure from the typical Shannara storyline
- By Christopher on 03-04-15
-
The Black Elfstone
- The Fall of Shannara, Book 1
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Simon Vance
- Length: 10 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 822
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 753
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 749
Across the Four Lands, peace has reigned for generations. But now, in the far north, an unknown enemy is massing. More troubling than the carnage is the strange and wondrous power wielded by the attackers—a breed of magic unfamiliar even to the Druid order. Fearing the worst, the High Druid dispatches a diplomatic party under the protection of the order’s sworn guardian, Dar Leah, to confront the mysterious, encroaching force and discover its purpose.
-
5 out of 5 stars
-
Terry Brooks continues his masterful work.
- By karen on 05-02-18
-
The First King of Shannara
- The Shannara Series, Prequel
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Scott Brick
- Length: 19 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,876
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,468
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,472
In this prequel to The Sword of Shannara, in which many details of the Four Lands' history are revealed, Druids, horrified by the misuse of magic, have eschewed it in favor of science. But Bremen the Druid studies magic, and becomes an outcast on its account. Bremen discovers that an invincible army of trolls are fast conquering all that lay to their south. Before them come the Nazgul-like Skull Bearers, disfigured and transformed Druids who have fallen prey to the dark arts.
-
3 out of 5 stars
-
disappointed.
- By Shack Cash on 01-20-18
-
Wards of Faerie
- The Dark Legacy of Shannara
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Rosalyn Landor
- Length: 14 hrs and 24 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,142
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,012
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,020
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 Druid order is threatened.
-
5 out of 5 stars
-
Call It A Comeback!
- By Paul on 08-23-12
-
Jarka Ruus
- High Druid of Shannara, Book 1
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Scott Brick
- Length: 12 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 777
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 529
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 528
Despite denouncing her former life as the dreaded Ilse Witch, Grianne Ohmsford still has bitter enemies within the Third Druid Council. Among the highest ranks lurk those who cannot forget her reign of terror, who covet her seat of power, and who will stop at nothing to see her deposed, or destroyed. Even Grianne's few allies know of the lots against her. But they could never anticipate her sudden, ominous disappearance in the dead of the night without a trace.
-
4 out of 5 stars
-
Brooks is Back!
- By Jimmy on 12-24-03
-
Bearers of the Black Staff
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Phil Gigante
- Length: 13 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,487
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,171
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,178
Five hundred years have passed since the devastating demon-led war that tore apart the United States, leaving nothing but scorched and poisoned ruins, and nearly exterminating humankind. Those who escaped the carnage and blight were led to sanctuary by the boy savior known as the Hawk - the gypsy morph. In an idyllic valley, its borders warded by powerful magic against the horrors beyond, humans, Elves, and mutants alike found a place they believed would be their home forever.
-
2 out of 5 stars
-
Reuse
- By Cory on 09-14-10
-
The High Druid's Blade
- The Defenders of Shannara
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Simon Vance
- Length: 10 hrs and 20 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 963
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 898
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 899
Legend has it that Paxon Leah is descended from the royals and warriors who once ruled the Highlands and waged war with magical weapons. But those kings, queens, and heroes are long gone, and there is nothing enchanted about the antique sword that hangs above Paxon’s fireplace. Running his family’s modest shipping business, Paxon leads a quiet life - until extraordinary circumstances overturn his simple world…and rewrite his destiny.
-
3 out of 5 stars
-
A departure from the typical Shannara storyline
- By Christopher on 03-04-15
-
The Black Elfstone
- The Fall of Shannara, Book 1
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Simon Vance
- Length: 10 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 822
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 753
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 749
Across the Four Lands, peace has reigned for generations. But now, in the far north, an unknown enemy is massing. More troubling than the carnage is the strange and wondrous power wielded by the attackers—a breed of magic unfamiliar even to the Druid order. Fearing the worst, the High Druid dispatches a diplomatic party under the protection of the order’s sworn guardian, Dar Leah, to confront the mysterious, encroaching force and discover its purpose.
-
5 out of 5 stars
-
Terry Brooks continues his masterful work.
- By karen on 05-02-18
-
The First King of Shannara
- The Shannara Series, Prequel
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Scott Brick
- Length: 19 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,876
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,468
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,472
In this prequel to The Sword of Shannara, in which many details of the Four Lands' history are revealed, Druids, horrified by the misuse of magic, have eschewed it in favor of science. But Bremen the Druid studies magic, and becomes an outcast on its account. Bremen discovers that an invincible army of trolls are fast conquering all that lay to their south. Before them come the Nazgul-like Skull Bearers, disfigured and transformed Druids who have fallen prey to the dark arts.
-
3 out of 5 stars
-
disappointed.
- By Shack Cash on 01-20-18
-
Wards of Faerie
- The Dark Legacy of Shannara
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Rosalyn Landor
- Length: 14 hrs and 24 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,142
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,012
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,020
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 Druid order is threatened.
-
5 out of 5 stars
-
Call It A Comeback!
- By Paul on 08-23-12
-
Jarka Ruus
- High Druid of Shannara, Book 1
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Scott Brick
- Length: 12 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 777
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 529
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 528
Despite denouncing her former life as the dreaded Ilse Witch, Grianne Ohmsford still has bitter enemies within the Third Druid Council. Among the highest ranks lurk those who cannot forget her reign of terror, who covet her seat of power, and who will stop at nothing to see her deposed, or destroyed. Even Grianne's few allies know of the lots against her. But they could never anticipate her sudden, ominous disappearance in the dead of the night without a trace.
-
4 out of 5 stars
-
Brooks is Back!
- By Jimmy on 12-24-03
-
Bearers of the Black Staff
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Phil Gigante
- Length: 13 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,487
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,171
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,178
Five hundred years have passed since the devastating demon-led war that tore apart the United States, leaving nothing but scorched and poisoned ruins, and nearly exterminating humankind. Those who escaped the carnage and blight were led to sanctuary by the boy savior known as the Hawk - the gypsy morph. In an idyllic valley, its borders warded by powerful magic against the horrors beyond, humans, Elves, and mutants alike found a place they believed would be their home forever.
-
2 out of 5 stars
-
Reuse
- By Cory on 09-14-10
-
The Voyage of the Jerle Shannara
- The Voyage of the Jerle Shannara: Ilse Witch
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Sam Fontana
- Length: 9 hrs and 1 min
- Abridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 481
-
Performance4 out of 5 stars 381
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 381
Taking place a generation after The Talismans of Shannara, The Voyage of the Jerle Shannara: Ilse Witch opens with the discovery of a body. Only two people understand its significance: Walker Boh, the last of the Druids and a familiar character to Shannara fans, and the Ilse Witch, a beautiful but dark young woman who wields a potent magic. Thus begins the voyage of the Jerle Shannara in a race to uncover the mystery, which of course includes an unusual cast of characters.
-
3 out of 5 stars
-
Please Audible get the unabridged version
- By Melanie on 04-21-14
-
Armageddon's Children
- The Genesis of Shannara, Book 1
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Dick Hill
- Length: 13 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,898
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,393
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,401
Logan Tom is doomed to remember the past and determined to rescue the future. Far behind him lies a boyhood cut violently short by his family's slaughter, when the forces of madness and hate swept our world after decadent excesses led to civilization's downfall. Somewhere ahead of him rests the only chance to beat back the minions of evil that are systematically killing and enslaving the last remnants of humanity.
-
5 out of 5 stars
-
The start of something really good
- By R. Jones on 02-23-09
-
The Scions of Shannara
- The Heritage of Shannara, Book 1
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: John Lee
- Length: 17 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 868
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 808
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 801
Since the death of the Druid Allanon, the Four Lands have changed profoundly, with magic strictly forbidden in the Southland, now under totalitarian rule. Yet Par still has some power of the Wishsong. A message from Allanon arrives: venture to the dread Hadeshorn, along with the other Scions of Shannara. For in the future, all life in the Four Lands will be destroyed. To prevent this terrible fate, Allanon commands Par to recover the long-lost Sword of Shannara, a task that is next to impossible.
-
5 out of 5 stars
-
The best of Shannara.
- By Neill on 07-12-16
-
Running with the Demon
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: George Wilson
- Length: 16 hrs and 33 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 16
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 14
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 14
Sinnissippi Park, in Hopewell, Illinois, has long hidden a mysterious evil, locked away from humankind by powers greater than most could even imagine. But now the malevolent creatures that normally skulk in the shadows of the park grow bolder, and old secrets hint at a violent explosion. The brewing conflict draws John Ross to Hopewell. A Knight of the Word, Ross is plagued by nightmares that tell him someone evil is coming to unleash an ancient horror upon the world.
-
The Sword of Shannara
- The Shannara Series, Book 1
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Charles Keating
- Length: 6 hrs and 15 mins
- Abridged
-
Overall4 out of 5 stars 162
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 96
-
Story4 out of 5 stars 96
Long ago, the wars of the ancient Evil ruined the world. In peaceful Shady Vale, half-elfin Shea Ohmsford knows little of such troubles. But the supposedly dead Warlock Lord is plotting to destroy everything in his wake. The sole weapon against this Power of Darkness is the Sword of Shannara, which can be used only by a true heir of Shannara. On Shea, last of the bloodline, rests the hope of all the races.
-
3 out of 5 stars
-
Good Book, Bad Abridgement
- By Tyson on 11-06-03
-
Street Freaks
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Simon Vance
- Length: 11 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 234
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 223
-
Story4 out of 5 stars 220
"Go into the Red Zone. Go to Street Freaks," his father directs Ashton Collins before the vid feed goes suddenly silent. The Red Zone is the dangerous heart of mega-city Los Angeles; it is a world Ash is forbidden from and one he knows little about. But if he can find Street Freaks, the strangest of aid awaits - human and barely human alike. As Ash is hunted, he must unravel the mystery left behind by his father and discover his role in this new world.
-
5 out of 5 stars
-
Terry has done it again!
- By Nova on 01-02-19
-
Magic Kingdom for Sale - Sold!
- Magic Kingdom of Landover, Book 1
- By: Terry Brooks
- Narrated by: Dick Hill
- Length: 14 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4 out of 5 stars 1,904
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,405
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,408
Landover was a genuine magic kingdom, with fairy folk and wizardry, just as the advertisement promised. But after he purchased it, Ben Holiday learned that there were a few details the ad had failed to mention.
The kingdom was in ruin. The Barons refused to recognize the king, and the peasants were without hope.
-
5 out of 5 stars
-
If you're looking for Tolkein....
- By Al on 12-05-09
-
Lord John and the Hand of the Devils
- By: Diana Gabaldon
- Narrated by: Jeff Woodman
- Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 2,173
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,795
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,796
In these tales, Lord John vows to avenge a murder, investigates a terrifying "night-hag" on the battlefields of Europe, and discovers treason in His Majesty's ranks.
-
4 out of 5 stars
-
Lord John Grey comes to life
- By Teahouse Fox on 10-12-10
-
Spellmonger
- Spellmonger, Book 1
- By: Terry Mancour
- Narrated by: John Lee
- Length: 18 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 9,513
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 8,922
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 8,897
Minalan gave up a promising career as a professional warmage to live the quiet life of a village spellmonger in the remote mountain valley of Boval. It was a peaceful, beautiful little fief, far from the dangerous feudal petty squabbles of the Five Duchies, on the world of Callidore. There were cows. Lots of cows. And cheese. For six months things went well. Then one night Minalan is forced to pick up his mageblade again to defend his adopted home from the vanguard of an army of goblins bent on a genocidal crusade against all mankind. And that was the good news.
-
5 out of 5 stars
-
Shockingly good, best book in years
- By Zer0Sum on 05-11-17
-
Hawkmaiden
- Spellmonger Cadet, Book 1
- By: Terry Mancour
- Narrated by: Finty Williams
- Length: 10 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars 886
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars 848
-
Story5 out of 5 stars 841
From the moment Dara of Westwood spied the Silver Headed Raptor nesting in Rundeval Peak, the precocious redheaded 12-year-old girl was enchanted. The youngest daughter of the Master of the Wood lived in ramshackle Westwood Hall, in the independently minded Westwood estate of Sevendor. Her determination to capture a baby falcon and train it wasn’t hampered by the fact that Dara had never climbed a mountain, had never been trained in falconry, or even remotely had permission from her father to do it.
-
4 out of 5 stars
-
Great addition.... but?
- By Zeak S. on 08-03-19
-
Black Crow, White Snow
- By: Michael Livingston
- Narrated by: Janina Edwards
- Length: 2 hrs and 37 mins
- Original Recording
-
Overall3.5 out of 5 stars 9,267
-
Performance4 out of 5 stars 8,407
-
Story3.5 out of 5 stars 8,417
In a world where women hold all the power and men have barely been an afterthought, an intrepid shipmistress must put aside everything she knows if she is to save her people. Bela is at the helm of the Sandcrow, a ship sent from calm seas to the far frozen north in search of a legendary power that could turn the tide of war. Locked into ice, the Sandcrow is lost. Now, for the shipmistress and her crew, a desperate voyage becomes a chilling struggle for survival against nature, fear, and prejudice.
-
4 out of 5 stars
-
Women vs Nature
- By Kingsley on 05-03-19
-
The Fragment of Water
- The Shattered Soul, Book 1
- By: Ben Hale
- Narrated by: Derek Perkins
- Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 89
-
Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 89
-
Story4.5 out of 5 stars 89
Born of magic in the final days of war, Draeken’s power is near absolute - until his soul shatters, leaving five fragments. Each possesses a single magic, and a consciousness of his own. Trained by the Hauntress, they secretly quell threats throughout the kingdoms, and their mastery grows with every passing age. But their time of unity has come, for a dangerous new foe has arrived.
-
5 out of 5 stars
-
A great book!
- By M. Anastasia on 03-26-19
Editorial Reviews
"I can't even begin to count how many of Terry Brooks's books I've read (and re-read) over the years." (Patrick Rothfuss)
"I would not be writing epic fantasy today if not for Shannara." (Peter V. Brett)
"A master of the craft...required reading." (Brent Weeks)
Publisher's Summary
The inspiration for the epic new Shannara Chronicles TV series, the world of Shannara is brimming with untold stories and unexplored territory. Now best-selling author Terry Brooks breaks new ground with a stand-alone adventure sure to thrill devoted listeners and new fans alike.
Blood and magic will collide....
Leofur is the daughter of Arcannen, a power-hungry sorcerer prepared to use the blackest of magic to get what he wants. But she is also devoted to Arcannen's nemesis, Paxon Leah - sworn protector of the Druids who defend the Four Lands against evil. When the Druids are forced to flee, having been framed for a murderous rampage which leaves many dead, Paxon knows that the evil sorcerer Arcannen is behind it.
As the Druids seek sanctuary, Leofur sets out on a perilous quest to thwart her father's desires to destroy them all....
More from the same
What members say
Average Customer Ratings
Overall
-
4 out of 5 stars
-
5 Stars0
-
4 Stars1
-
3 Stars0
-
2 Stars0
-
1 Stars0
Performance
-
5 out of 5 stars
-
5 Stars1
-
4 Stars0
-
3 Stars0
-
2 Stars0
-
1 Stars0
Story
-
5 out of 5 stars
-
5 Stars1
-
4 Stars0
-
3 Stars0
-
2 Stars0
-
1 Stars0
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Amazon Customer
- 07-30-17
Great read
To short but great read yet now looking forward to listen too the rest in this series
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- claire
- 10-30-16
Read the Sword of Shannara in my mid twenties, became so hooked I waited for the arrival of the any more. Recall ringing booksto
Read the original trilogy when it was first released. My introduction to Science fantasy was like coming home, it resonated with me on so many levels. This series encouraged me to look for more but also spoilt me in regard to quality. Went on to Tolkien from here, clearly another winner. Tried many other sci fantasy authors over the years but for me Tolkien & Brooks are the masters....used to search for anything Terry Brooks for years. Lot of water under the bridge since my last read until I discovered this on Audible last weekend, only to find it as enthralling as I remember... enjoyed the hell out of yet again.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Andrew Wallace
- 08-13-19
epic chronicles of an endless tale
The Shannara series is one of my most loved. Reading or listening it is a timeless tale...
-
Overall3 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story3 out of 5 stars
- Amazon Customer
- 03-20-19
Good but changed plot style
Change to the themes and plot style from the first two in this trilogy, and not sure I enjoyed that as much. Very happy to dispose of characters much more so than others stories..