The Silent Blade (Forgotten Realms: Paths of Darkness, #1; Legend of Drizzt, #11)
by R.A. Salvatore
The Silent Blade by R.A. Salvatore holds a highly rated rating of 4.10 out of 5, based on 13.8K reader ratings. First published in 1998. The book spans 394 pages.
About The Silent Blade
When the vile Crystal Shard once again reveals itself, Drizzt must race against his most formidable enemies in hopes of destroying it before it finds the one being that can help it enslave the world: a dark elf named Jarlaxle. Winner of the Origins Award for best game-related novel of 1998, "The Silent Blade" marked the return of Drizzt to the wind-swept tundra of the Forgotten Realms world. This deluxe reissue features a new Todd Lockwood cover and an introduction from "The New York Times" best-selling author Philip Athans, who has served as Salvatore's editor for almost a decade, starting with the original release of this book. "From the Hardcover edition."
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | R.A. Salvatore |
| Published | 1998 |
| Pages | 394 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.10 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,813 |
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What genre is The Silent Blade?
The Silent Blade is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Silent Blade worth reading?
Based on 13.8K reader ratings, The Silent Blade has an average score of 4.10 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Silent Blade?
The Silent Blade has 394 pages.
Who wrote The Silent Blade?
The Silent Blade was written by R.A. Salvatore. It was first published in 1998.
What is the ISBN for The Silent Blade?
The ISBN-13 for The Silent Blade is 9780786913890.0.
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