Bloodfire Quest

2013 fantasy novel by Terry Brooks

Bloodfire Quest

Author| Terry Brooks
Language| English
Series| The Dark Legacy of Shannara
Subject| Shannara
Genre| Fantasy
Publisher| Del Rey Books

Publication date

| March 12, 2013
Publication place| United States
Media type| Print, audiobook, e-book
Pages| 368
ISBN| 9780345523501
Preceded by| Wards of Faerie
Followed by| Witch Wraith

Bloodfire Quest is a 2013 fantasy novel by American writer Terry Brooks, the second book of the trilogy The Dark Legacy of Shannara. Released on March 12, 2013 by Del Rey Books, it continues the story of the Elfstones from Wards of Faerie.[1]

## Synopsis

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The book follows several characters as they try to find a way to overcome the odds against them. Arlingfant has been named as the successor of the Ellcrys, a position that would require complete sacrifice.

## Reception

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Critical reception has been positive.[2][3] Publishers Weekly gave a mostly positive review for Bloodfire Quest, praising Brooks's "sorcerous action, skilled characterizations, and rapid-fire storytelling twists".[4] Kirkus Reviews also gave a positive review for the novel while stating that it did have some issues typical for the second novel in a trilogy.[5]

## References

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1. ^ "Review: Bloodfire Quest". Library Journal (Book Verdict). Retrieved 3 June 2013.
2. ^ Review: Bloodfire Quest. Booklist. Retrieved 3 June 2013.
3. ^ "Review: Bloodfire Quest". RT Book Reviews. Retrieved 3 June 2013.
4. ^ "Fiction Review: Bloodfire Quest". Publishers Weekly. Retrieved 3 June 2013.
5. ^ "Review: Bloodfire Quest". Kirkus Reviews. Retrieved 3 June 2013.

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Works by Terry Brooks

Shannara|

| Novels|

| Word & Void|

* Running with the Demon (1997)
* A Knight of the Word (1998)
* Angel Fire East (1999)

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The Genesis of Shannara|

* Armageddon's Children (2006)
* The Elves of Cintra (2007)
* The Gypsy Morph (2008)

Legends of Shannara|

* Bearers of the Black Staff (2010)
* The Measure of the Magic (2011)

Prequel|

* First King of Shannara (1996)

Original Shannara Trilogy|

* The Sword of Shannara (1977)
* The Elfstones of Shannara (1982)
* The Wishsong of Shannara (1985)

Heritage of Shannara|

* The Scions of Shannara (1990)
* The Druid of Shannara (1991)
* The Elf Queen of Shannara (1992)
* The Talismans of Shannara (1993)

The Voyage of the Jerle Shannara|

* Ilse Witch (2000)
* Antrax (2001)
* Morgawr (2002)

High Druid of Shannara|

* Jarka Ruus (2003)
* Tanequil (2004)
* Straken (2005)

The Dark Legacy of Shannara|

* Wards of Faerie (2012)
* Bloodfire Quest (2013)
* Witch Wraith (2013)

The Defenders of Shannara|

* The High Druid's Blade (2014)
* The Darkling Child (2015)
* The Sorcerer's Daughter (2016)

The Fall of Shannara|

* The Black Elfstone (2017)
* The Skaar Invasion (2018)
* The Stiehl Assassin (2019)
* The Last Druid (2020)

Standalone|

* Dark Wraith of Shannara (2008 graphic novel)

Other|

* The World of Shannara (2001 companion book)
* Shannara (video game)
* The Shannara Chronicles (2016–17 television series)

Short
stories|

* Imaginary Friends (1991)
* Indomitable (2003)
* Allanon's Quest (2012)
* The Weapon Master's Choice (2013)
* The Black Irix (2013)
* Walker and The Shade of Allanon (2013)
* Warrior (2018)

Magic Kingdom
of Landover|

* Magic Kingdom for Sale—Sold! (1986)
* The Black Unicorn (1987)
* Wizard at Large (1988)
* The Tangle Box (1994)
* Witches' Brew (1995)
* A Princess of Landover (2009)
* An Unfortunate Influx of Filipians (2015)

Other works|

* Hook (1991 novelization)
* Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999 novelization)
* Sometimes the Magic Works (2003)
* Why I Write About Elves (2005)

Authority control databases |

* MusicBrainz release group

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