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The Crystal Shard (Forgotten Realms: Icewind Dale, #1; Legend of Drizzt, #4)

The Crystal Shard (Forgotten Realms: Icewind Dale, #1; Legend of Drizzt, #4) book cover
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Fantasy Fiction

by R.A. Salvatore

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4.13 (32.3K ratings)
calendar_today 1988
description 344 pages

The Crystal Shard by R.A. Salvatore holds a highly rated rating of 4.13 out of 5, based on 32.3K reader ratings. First published in 1988. The book spans 344 pages.

About The Crystal Shard

Akar Kessel, weak-willed apprentice mage, starts events that find a magical device, the crystal shard. Dwarf Bruenor rescues barbarian Wulfgar from the ruins of Ten-Towns, for 5 years of service - and friendship. With help from renegade dark elf Drizzt, Wulfgar becomes a warrior with brawn and brains. Can the trio stave off the crystal shard forces?

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Author R.A. Salvatore
Published 1988
Pages 344
Genres Fantasy, Fiction
Average Rating 4.13 / 5.00
Total Ratings 32,300

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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32.3K ratings
With a rating of 4.13, The Crystal Shard is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.06, it performs on par.

How It Compares

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4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Crystal Shard?

The Crystal Shard is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Crystal Shard worth reading?

Based on 32.3K reader ratings, The Crystal Shard has an average score of 4.13 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is The Crystal Shard?

The Crystal Shard has 344 pages.

Who wrote The Crystal Shard?

The Crystal Shard was written by R.A. Salvatore. It was first published in 1988.

What is the ISBN for The Crystal Shard?

The ISBN-13 for The Crystal Shard is 9780786942470.0.

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