Yes, its that good

Full marks for the story on this one. Took over my life for the duration, well tried too and nearly succeeded too!

4 stars for the performance because the pronunciation of stalagmites and stalactites sounded weird to me. No, actually because Drizzt sounded a little too emo a lot of the time in the way he was voiced.

But great book and I'm onto the next one.

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Good but short

it's a good transport story, but the three first books rally need to be omnibus

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Fantastic

Loved every second of it. The battles are immersive and the performance is brilliant.

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One of my faves of the Drizzt series

There is so much tragedy and sorrow in this book, but throughout the trials Drizzts hope is infectious. It is masterfully written and a great insight into the underdark and the horrors within.

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EXILE TERRIFIC!!!!!!!

excellent follow up to homeland can't wait to read SOJOURN great characters and double Crosse's

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A good sequel

Narration 8/10
The narration is pretty solid. The voices do fit the characters, the speed is just right and overall it is well done. However I'd like a bit more "soul" to it, something extra to make it a bit more exciting and reaching to the listener, but overall it's really solid and well done.

Story 7/10
I listened to this straight after the first book in the series and I can say it pretty much continues on the same level, while the first one was marginally better.
This time around we start with a lonely Drizzt, having run away from the Dark Elves society for several years living alone in the Underdark with Guenhwyvar being his only company. However, he won't be left alone and his mother will have him hunted down to gain favor with the Spider Queen.
We get a different view on Drizzt this time around, being hunted down, evaluating his actions and trying to figure out what he is supposed to do. Unfortunately, he is yet once more the only character focused on and developed while still fitting the "good" hero profile.

Overall I'd recommend this to any fantasy fan, even though I'd say it is more suited for younger ages rather than adults. If you just want something to pleasantly spend your time not expecting anything special out of it, go for it.

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Great Story!

This second book really picked up on the Story front. Very emotional and involving for the listener/reader.

Also compared to book 1 in my opinion, the narrator did a much better job in translating emotions from the several characters.

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loved it

I've read all the dark elf books and just to sit back and have someone read it to me brings it to another level

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Spectacular

Read these books 28 years ago, just as good now as they where bbaxk then

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A much more enthralling episode

This second instalment has much more action and thrills than the first book. The first book does a good job of filling in Drizz't back story but lacks pace for my taste.

This book has a much faster pace and enthralling action to keep you interested. Some great insight into our protagonist mind and feelings as well as his actions.

A great read and comes highly recommended to all especially those sceptical after the lacklustre first instalment.

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