The Two Swords
by R. A. Salvatore
Forgotten Realms: The Hunter's Blades Trilogy (book 3), Forgotten Realms: The Legend of Drizzt (19), Forgotten Realms novels (Drizzt — )
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The war between Drizzt and King Obould rages on in this New York Times–bestselling conclusion to The Hunter's Blades trilogyDark elf Drizzt Do'Urden would like nothing more than to kill King Obould Many-Arrows, the leader of the slavering orc army that slaughtered his closest friends. Now, it seems even Innovindil, Drizzt's new moon elf companion, cannot escape the grip of Obould's murderous scourge. When the orc king steals Innovindil's beloved pegasus, Drizzt must accompany her on a show more rescue mission to the northern lands of the frost giants—even if it means suffering the same fate as the Companions.
Except the Companions are not dead . . . yet. Unbeknownst to Drizzt, they are sealed inside the walls of Mithral Hall, awaiting a battle that will either make or break them. As Obould's horde prepares for a siege just outside the gates, Bruenor must mastermind a plan that will defeat the orcs and lead his clan to victory.
The Two Swords is the third book in The Hunter's Blades trilogy and the sixteenth installment in the Legend of Drizzt series.. show less
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This book felt like Salvatore writing because that’s his job and not because he had a story to tell. Drizzt goes from devastated loner to lover by the end, but that’s about the only change that is effected in this book. There are two showdowns between Drizzt and Obould, neither conclusive. And while it was my old friends, the focus was split so widely that I didn’t get as much from the Companions as I normally do.
The Hunter's Blades Trilogy ends here - sort of. While there is a clear ending to the book, its not a clear ending to the story at all, and is certain to be continued in latter books. Drizzt and his friends face incredible odds, as usual, though this time, they think he's dead, and several of the companions are badly injured, or near death. Can they actually get rid of the orc horde at the gates, and the giant orc that leads them?
I loved this story! I loved each and every character and really enjoyed seeing sections through their eyes, except for Delly. I really did not like her at all
Thinking his friends all dead, Drizzt travels the countryside seeking only revenge for his lost friends.
Another great book from Salvatore. The legend and storyline of Drizzt Do'urden and his friends continues to grow and become more indepth. Can not wait to read the next one.
Another great book from Salvatore. The legend and storyline of Drizzt Do'urden and his friends continues to grow and become more indepth. Can not wait to read the next one.
This story arc seems somewhat unresolved. Unlike Salvatore's other trilogies this one does not neatly wrap up. The main villain is not truly vanquished and the greater threat to Clan Battlehammer remains. I hope that Salvatore will bring some resolution (which he fortunately foreshadows) in future stories. Aside from these things, the book provides all of the exitement we have come to expect from Salvatore.
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R. A. Salvatore was born in Leominster, Massachusetts on January 20, 1959. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communications and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English from Fitchburg State College in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. He began writing seriously in 1982 and became a full-time writer in 1990. His first novel, The Crystal Shard, was show more published in 1988. His other works include The Halfling's Gem; Sojourn; The Legacy; Starless Night; Vector Prime; and The Two Swords. He is also the author of numerous series including The Dark Elf Trilogy; Paths of Darkness; The Hunter's Blades Trilogy; The Cleric Quintet; Saga of the First King; Neverwinter Saga and TheSundering. He made The New York Times Best Seller List with his title's Charon's Claw, Night of the Hunter: Companions Codex, 1, Rise of the King and Vengeance of the Iron Dwarf. (Bowker Author Biography) show less
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- The Two Swords
- Original publication date
- 2004-10 (1st printing) (1st printing)
- People/Characters
- Drizzt Do'Urden; Delania "Delly" Curtie; Colson; Cottie Cooperson; Galen Firth; Dagna Waybeard (General) (show all 37); Fender Stouthammer; Tos'un Armgo; Bonnerbas Ironcap; Proffit; Innovindil; Nikwillig; Tsinka Shinrill; Obould Many-Arrows; Gerti Orelsdottr; Nanfoodle Buswilligan; Pikel Bouldershoulder; Tred McKnuckles; Ivan Bouldershoulder; Banak Brawnanvil; Thibbledorf Pwent; Regis "Rumblebelly"; Bellan Brawnanvil; Sindel Muffinhead; Jackonray Broadbelt; Wulfgar; Catti-brie; Rannek; Cordio Muffinhead; Bedhongee Waxfingers; Alustriel Silverhand; Torgar Delzoun Hammerstriker; Shingles McRuff; Guenhwyvar; Stumpet Rakingclaw; William "Bill" HuskenNugget; Emerus Warcrown
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- Faerûn; Nesmé; Silver Marches; Keeper's Dale; River Surbrin; Garumn's Gorge (show all 8); Shining White; Mithral Hall
- First words
- The torchlight seemed such a meager thing against the unrelenting darkness of the dwarven caves.
- Last words
- (Click to show. Warning: May contain spoilers.)Bruenor was too busy with his maps and his lists of supplies to be paying any attention, so he missed the sound completely when Regis mumbled, "Hee hee hee."
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