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The Defenders of Shannar, Fiction, Fantasy
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- Paperback Jun 30, 2015 | 9780356502182 | RRP $22.99 Buy Now
- Audiobook Sep 22, 2016 | 9781405536851 | RRP $35.99 Buy Now
- e-Book Jul 8, 2014 | 9781405522113 | RRP $11.99 Buy Now
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From New York Times bestselling fantasy author Terry Brooks comes the first stand-alone novel in his legendary Shannara series in almost twenty years - the perfect place for new readers to begin
Secrets revealed. Powers unleashed. Discover a Shannara you've never seen before.
Legend has it that Paxon Leah is descended from the royals and warriors who once waged war with magical weapons. But those heroes are long gone now, and there is nothing enchanted about the antique sword that hangs above Paxon's fireplace. Paxon leads a quiet life - until extraordinary circumstances overturn his simple world . . . and rewrite his destiny.
When his sister is abducted by a mysterious stranger, Paxon races to her rescue with the only weapon he can find. He is stunned to discover powerful magic unleashed within him - and within his ancestors' ancient blade.
But his formidable new ability is dangerous in untrained hands. Paxon must master it quickly, as his near-fatal clash with a dark sorcerer won't be his last. Leaving behind home and hearth, he journeys to the keep of the Druid order to learn the secrets of magic and earn the right to become their sworn protector . . .
From the New York Times bestselling Terry Brooks comes a brand-new stand-alone fantasy novel - perfect for both seasoned fans and those discovering the thrilling world of Shannara for the first time.
Praise for The High Druid's Blade: The Defenders of Shannara
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Terry Brooks has delivered some of the best fantasy tales written in the past thirty-five years [and] Brooks' Shannara series is a grand example of the best of the best in the genre . . . The design of
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the Shannara books spreads the story line across centuries, yet also makes it easy for new readers to jump in at any point - Associated Press
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If you haven't read Terry Brooks, you haven't read fantasy - Christopher Paolini
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Terry Brooks is a master of the craft and a trailblazer . . . Required reading
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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
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Terry's place is at the head of the fantasy world
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[Brooks'] writing has eerie depths and insights that show just why he is held in such high regard
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