Audrey A. (Arosea) reviewed Exile (Dark Elf, Bk 2) (Legend of Drizzt, Bk 2) on + 403 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
A tale of exile and isolation turns into a tale of unexpected friendship and the strength that friendship can give, even when faced with ultimate betrayal from one's own family.
House Do'Urden is an example of true wickedness and spite and yet our hero Drizzt stoically rises above it all to find his own path. It is essentially the story of a boy leaving home and forging his own path but with many more dangers than one might ordinarily face and told expertly in page-turning prose.
House Do'Urden is an example of true wickedness and spite and yet our hero Drizzt stoically rises above it all to find his own path. It is essentially the story of a boy leaving home and forging his own path but with many more dangers than one might ordinarily face and told expertly in page-turning prose.
First, it's really nice to see that they've redone the cover art for this book, as the original one made Drizzt look like an old man.
As for the story, this is one I've read a few times now. I can't say that it gets better with each read, because I tend to find plot holes and after awhile Drizzt's whining gets on a girl's nerves. I guess I prefer the hero who's not filled with continual angst and learns how to just deal with things and not looking for the reader's sympathy. I've learned to mostly skim the "reflections" part that are in first person in these books.
Regardless of how Drizzt can annoy me, the story surrounding him is fun. I tend to really like the supporting cast and the over-the-top craziness of some of the villains. I'll probably be re-reading this one again in a few years just for that reason alone.
As for the story, this is one I've read a few times now. I can't say that it gets better with each read, because I tend to find plot holes and after awhile Drizzt's whining gets on a girl's nerves. I guess I prefer the hero who's not filled with continual angst and learns how to just deal with things and not looking for the reader's sympathy. I've learned to mostly skim the "reflections" part that are in first person in these books.
Regardless of how Drizzt can annoy me, the story surrounding him is fun. I tend to really like the supporting cast and the over-the-top craziness of some of the villains. I'll probably be re-reading this one again in a few years just for that reason alone.
Bonnie U. (bonnieblu) -
Great story!
The story was extremely satisfying, from the beginning to the very end. Even the POV's of the villains are intriguing and juicy to read. But what I love most of all about Exile is that it is one of the most meaningful fantasy novels I have ever read. Its themes include fighting your inner demon, and how friendship can redeem the spirit. Themes that have been done, but written well enough to not be corny.
Drizzt isn't just a two-dimensional protagonist; he could be his own antagonist. Salvatore could have made the story corny, but it turned out to be a heart-wrenching and heart-warming story at the same time. I cried and rejoiced inside as I read of his trials.
Salvatore's writing style is addictive. I read the first page, and hungered for more.
Drizzt isn't just a two-dimensional protagonist; he could be his own antagonist. Salvatore could have made the story corny, but it turned out to be a heart-wrenching and heart-warming story at the same time. I cried and rejoiced inside as I read of his trials.
Salvatore's writing style is addictive. I read the first page, and hungered for more.
Continuing travels of Drizzt are worth the read for some easy fun.
