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The Elf Queen of Shannara

The Elf Queen of Shannara

Epic FantasyFantasy
Pages
403
Published
1992
Language
English

Synopsis

Journey back to the world of Shannara where the fate of the Elves hangs in the balance. As ancient evils stir, a new hero must rise to protect their legacy and confront the darkness threatening to engulf their realm. This epic fantasy continues a grand saga of magic, destiny, and courage.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

AdventurousMysterious
Quest

Genres

Epic Fantasy Fantasy High Fantasy

About the author

T
Terry Brooks

Terence Dean Brooks (born January 8, 1944) is an American writer of fantasy fiction. He writes mainly epic fantasy, and has also written two movie novelizations. He has written 23 New York Times bestsellers during his writing career, and has over 21 million copies of his books in print. He is one of the biggest-selling living fantasy writers.

Frequently asked questions

  • Do I need to read other Shannara books before this one?

    This book is the first in the Heritage of Shannara series, making it a good starting point for new readers to the broader Shannara world. While it builds on the established lore, it introduces new characters and a fresh storyline that can be enjoyed independently.

  • Is there a TV adaptation of this book?

    While there is a TV series based on the Shannara books, it primarily adapts 'The Elfstones of Shannara' and does not directly cover the events of 'The Elf Queen of Shannara'.