The Scions of Shannara by Terry Brooks

The Scions of Shannara

Heritage of Shannara #1

Terry Brooks

419 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 744 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
dark 41%
mysterious 33%
tense 33%
emotional 25%
sad 25%
challenging 8%
funny 8%
inspiring 8%
lighthearted 8%
relaxing 8%

Pace

medium 84%
fast 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 44% | Plot: 44% | Character: 11%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 12%

Average rating

3.7

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