The Dream Spheres (Forgotten Realms: Songs and Swords, Book 5) (Mass Market Paperback)

by Elaine Cunningham (Author) "Summer was rapidly fading into memory..." (more)
Key Phrases: dream spheres, rogue elf, air caravan, Lady Cassandra, Oth Eltorchul, Elaith Craulnober (more...)

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Product Description
Welcome to Waterdeep

Here, everything imaginable is for sale. Even dreams can be purchased if one is willing to pay the price.

When the sale of dream spheres threatens the life of his newfound half sister, Danilo Thann joins forces with Arilyn Moonblade to uncover the source of this deadly trade. Their search leads them into the dark heart of Waterdeep, and to personal secrets that could destroy them both.

Elaine Cunningham returns to the City of Splendors and the characters that made her one of the most popular Forgotten Realms authors.

Product Details

• Reading level: Young Adult
  
• Mass Market Paperback: 375 pages
• Publisher: Wizards of the Coast (May 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786913428
• ISBN-13: 978-0786913428
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.3 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #315,527 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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• This is item 5 in The Songs and Swords Series.

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Elaine does it again!!, May 29, 1999

By A Customer

What a wonderful book! Three cheers for Elaine for delivering yet another excellent story about Arilyn, Danilo, and Elaith, her three best characters, a most welcome return to Waterdeep. This has everything that readers have come to love and expect from Elaine: wonderful and witty dialogue, great characters, a complex and well-crafted story (a kind of murder mystery this time), great action sequences, and vivid descriptions of places and events. I especially like the touches of humor, always evident in Dan's dialogue. I found myself laughing out loud more than once! This is also a crucial story in the development of Arilyn and Danilo's relationship with each other, which we've all been waiting for! The ending leaves a lot of scope for further adventures, and some interesting plot threads are left unresolved, apparently "to be continued". My only complaint is that it now looks as if we shall have to wait awhile for the next installment, as Elaine has another FR project lined up. Please don't keep us waiting too long, Elaine! Also, my copy has a different front cover than is advertised on Amazon and in other publications. I'm curious about the last-minute switch, though if the male figure in the original painting is supposed to be Dan, then it is wrong, because Dan has blond hair and no moustache. Perhaps that was the reason for the switch? What's with some of these cover atrists anyway? Apparently they have no contact with the authors of the books they illustrate. I still haven't forgiven TSR for the ridiculous picture of Drizzt on the cover of "Starless Night", which made him look like John Quincy Adams! Oh well, the replacement "Dream Spheres" cover is quite good. Thanks again, Elaine! More please!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A truly enjoyable Arilyn and Danilo story--more please!!!, September 20, 1999

By A Customer

"Dream Spheres" is a true triumph--for Elaine Cunningham and for her characters. I found their continuing development to be the true highlight of the story, though the plot was quite gripping as well. I enjoyed the focus on Danilo's family--something previously only hinted at. Perhaps my only criticism comes with the inclusion of Bronwyn and Ebenezer. Though I enjoyed "Thornhold" as well, I felt that their presence beyond the initial meeting at the Curious Past was a little too much. Nevertheless, I do understand how they fit into the plot, and am content. I eagerly await the next installment of Arilyn and Danilo--after all, the full extent of the war in Tethyr has yet to be explored (as summarized in the "Lands of Intrigue" boxed set). Thank you again Mrs. Cunningham--I can't wait for your next work!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not the best of the series, but one truly good book!, June 12, 1999

By A Customer

Finally, Arilyn, Danilo and Elaith are back. I was not disappointed. Elaine Cunningham's novels often evolve around mystery, intrigue and plotting, and this one is no exception. The plot is very deep and complex and will grab the reader's attention. We finally see the relationship between Dan and Arilyn evolve (although I must confess I prefered it when they were bickering in Elfshadow, hehe), and The Serpent is back, so we can expect some exciting events ^_^. I was thrilled with the development of Elaith's character, especially near the end. The addition of Thorhold characters was a good idea too (so reading it isn't recommanded unless you read Thornhold, as well as the previous books with Arilyn and Danilo obviously). A sequel to this novel is needed. How about bringing back Lucia Thione, and showing how Elaith prevails with the forest elves? }=)