Good beginning to the new and final books in the Shannara series

The Black Elfstone: The Fall of Shannara

By: Terry Brooks

Rating: 5 of 5

I have read some of Terry Brooks Shannara books in the past, but have not kept up with all the stories he has written about the four lands of Shannara. The book stands on its own and it is easy to understand the world of Shannara without having to read all the previously written books of this world.

As the reader is being introduced to the main characters, word comes of an invading force from the north that could quickly threaten the entire land. Tarsha Kaynin, a young girl learning how to control her magic and Drisker Arc, a banished Druid, soon become the center of this story and all that lies ahead.

I enjoyed the book a lot and I am looking forward to the remainder of the series. The book was intriguing enough that I am certain I will go and read the Shannara books I missed through the years while I am waiting for the second of this series.

I was provided an advance reader copy of this book by the publisher.