Lolth's Warrior: A Novel

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The epic conclusion toNew York Timesbestselling author R. A. Salvatores electrifying trilogy, The Way of the Drow, finds Drizzt DoUrden coming to understand his role as a friend, a father, and a man caught between the darkness and the light.

The drow city of Menzoberranzan has fallen into discontent, sowed by the growing legend of the one who escaped: Drizzt DoUrden. Now many of the drowincluding the citys most powerful house, led by the Matron Motherare questioning the influence of the Spider Queen and the very history of the citys founding.

What secrets lie ahead The drow are determined to find out, and theyll stop at nothing to dismantle the very structure theyve called home.

As social tensions rise and the demands for answers boom, a fight erupts between the adherents of Lolths chaotic evil and those drow who demand more, demand better. In the Underdark there are only absolutes and no compromise will be found. With winner taking all, Drizzt DoUrden cannot and will not remain on the sidelines anymore. This will be an uprising Menzoberranzan will never forget, and the rest of the Forgotten Realms wont be able to look away.

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Salvatore, through Drizzt DoUrdens musings, masterfully explores the nature versus nurture argument in comparing the two drow societies and the sacrifices the different sides are willing to make in the epic conclusion to the Way of the Drow trilogy. Booklist on Lolths Warrior Underlying this epic fantasy are insightful explorations of evil and happiness, filled with characters who have constantly defied societys expectations to stay true to themselves and their chosen family. Booklist on Glaciers Edge Longtime fans of Drizzt DoUrden will surely enjoy the novels breakneck pacing, nonstop action, cast of familiar and beloved characters, and deep philosophical exploration throughout. This storyline, in particular, packs a thematic wallop that is both timely and timeless...readers should embrace Salvatores newest adventure with Drizzt and company. Kirkus Reviews(starred review)onStarlight Enclave Salvatore manages to wrangle the extensive backstory to make this an accessible entry point for first-timers, and the superior characterizations that marked Salvatores prior books are again in evidence. His many devoted fans have reason to anticipate the sequel. Publishers WeeklyonStarlight Enclave The exhilarating conclusion to Salvatores Generations trilogy (afterBoundless) illustrates the power of family, both born and chosen Amid epic sword and sorcery clashes, Salvatore makes a powerful case for love and compassion conquering even the strongest of evils. Fans will be sad to see this fantastic series end. Publishers Weekly(starred review) onRelentless

Author Bio

A lifelong resident of Massachusetts, R.A. Salvatore, began writing shortly after receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Communications/Media from Fitchburg State College. He penned his first manuscript in 1982, in a spiral notebook, writing by candlelight while listening to Fleetwood Mac's Tusk album. He is the acclaimed author of the Demon Wars trilogy: The Demon Awakens, The Demon Spirit, and The Demon Apostle, as well as Mortalis, Bastion of Darkness, Ascendance, and the New York Times bestseller Star Wars: The New Jedi Order: Vector Prime.