The Scions of Shannara by Terry Brooks

The Scions of Shannara

Heritage of Shannara #1

Terry Brooks

502 pages first pub 1990 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous fast-paced

Description

Since the death of Allanon, life in the Four Lands has drastially changed. Yet Par Ohmsford still has some power of the Wishsong. And when a message from the ancient Druid, Allanon, reaches them, Par is ordered to recover the long-lost Sword of Sh...

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Community Reviews Summary of 796 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
dark 42%
mysterious 28%
sad 28%
tense 28%
emotional 21%
relaxing 14%
challenging 7%
funny 7%
inspiring 7%
lighthearted 7%

Pace

medium 73%
fast 20%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 40% | Character: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 11%

Average rating

3.68

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