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The Sorcerer's Daughter

The Defenders of Shannara
By Terry Brooks
Series: The Defenders of Shannara
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The Sorcerer's Daughter by Terry Brooks, part of the Sci-Fi & Fantasy genre, is set in the richly woven world of the Four Lands. It follows the journey of a young woman named Leofur, who becomes entangled in a web of intrigue and danger. As she fights against powerful forces threatening her world, Leofur discovers her true potential and the strength she never knew she possessed.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy tales of magic woven with adventure, complex characters, and intriguing plots set in rich, imaginative worlds. With its intricate blend of mythology and fantasy, it brings to life a captivating story that fans of epic fantasy and character-driven narratives might find enchanting.

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The Sorcerer's Daughter

From New York Times bestselling fantasy author Terry Brooks comes a stand-alone novel in his legendary Shannara series - a perfect place for new readers to begin

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50 MILLION TERRY BROOKS COPIES SOLD AROUND THE WORLD

THE SHANNARA CHRONICLES IS NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES

'Terry's place is at the head of the fantasy world' Philip Pullman

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 . . .

Praise for Terry Brooks:

'A master of the craft . . . required reading' Brent Weeks

'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, author of The Name of the Wind

'I would not be writing epic fantasy today if not for Shannara' Peter V. Brett, author of The Painted Man

'If you haven't read Terry Brooks, you haven't read fantasy' Christopher Paolini, author of Eragon

The Defenders of Shannara:

THE HIGH DRUID'S BLADE

THE DARKLING CHILD

THE SORCERER'S DAUGHTER

Series: The Defenders of Shannara

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Terry Brooks is highly praised for his mastery and influential role in the fantasy genre, making his works essential reading. Readers often speak of returning to his books multiple times, highlighting the profound depth and insights in his storytelling. He is viewed as an authoritative figure in the world of fantasy literature.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780356502243

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 April 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 193.0mm

Weight: 387g

Pages: 496

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About the Author

Terry Brooks is the New York Times bestselling author of more than thirty books, including the Dark Legacy of Shannara adventures Wards of Faerie and Bloodfire Quest; the Legends of Shannara novels Bearers of the Black Staff and The Measure of the Magic; the Genesis of Shannara trilogy Armageddon's Children, The Elves of Cintra and The Gypsy Morph; and The Sword of Shannara. The author was a practising attorney for many years but now writes full-time. He lives with his wife, Judine, in the Pacific Northwest.

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