Tangled Webs (Forgotten Realms: Starlight and Shadows, Book 2) [Mass Market Paperback]

Elaine Cunningham (Author)

Book Description

Series: Forgotten Realms: Starlight & Shadows | Publication Date: May 12, 1998

Exiled from her home, the beautiful dark elf Liriel Baenre wanders the surface world with her companion Fyodor. But even far from the dark haunts of Menzoberranzan, she is not safe from the vengeance of her archenemy. Even as she and her friend sail the dangerous seas of the Sword Coast, a drow priestess plots a terrible fate for them.

And in the depths of the earth, the spider queen Lolth weaves her own webs of terror and treachery.

This rerelease showcases a new look for the Starlight & Shadows series, complete with all new cover art and design. The recover of this title precedes a brand-new concluding title to the series, Windwalker.

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About the Author

Elaine Cunningham published her first novel, Elfshadow, in 1991. Since then sheÕs written the Songs & Swords series and the more recent Counselors & Kings trilogy. Cunningham lives in New England. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Wizards of the Coast (May 12, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786906987
• ISBN-13: 978-0786906987
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,685,668 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, Great character depth, January 13, 2003

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This review is from: Tangled Webs (Forgotten Realms: Starlight and Shadows, Book 2) (Mass Market Paperback)

I have been a fan of Cunningham's for quite awhile now, and I feel that this is definitely her best work as of yet. She often is berated for her weak characters, and shallow plots, but I think this book shows how far she has come in her writing.
Liriel is still as confused and haughty as ever, and Fyodor is still trying to decide how he feels for her because of these traits. In this book we see Liriel growing (albeit slowly)out of her selfish cruel upbringing, and becoming much more compassionate and considerate of others. The only complaint I might raise is that Liriel is a bit too "lucky". The girl is still an adolescent, and yet she is an incredibly powerful mage, cleric, fighter, and much more. Although the end of the book does bring more emotional weakness to like which helps. Fyodor's character doesn't really change at all, but his sturdy, loyal personality is needed to provide contrast.
The relationship between the Liriel and Fyodor was really orchestrated well, in my opinion. Cunningham manages to bring their longing and desire to the surface without turning it into some trashy romance novel. Instead she draws you into the fears and hopes they both have, and keeps you rooting for a happy ending for them.
I am a huge fan of Salvatore, and these books are almost as good as the ones concerning Drizzt. It is also nice to see Liriel find her love, after waiting for Drizzt and Catti Brie to get together for so many long years!!!
I highly reccommend this book, and cannot wait until Windwalker comes out!!

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Give me More!, May 19, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Tangled Webs (Forgotten Realms: Starlight and Shadows, Book 2) (Mass Market Paperback)

This book, along with the previous one, DotD, is excellent. Just like Salvatore's Drizzt Books left me wanting to be a drow ranger, this book made me quickly change that wish from drow ranger to Rashemar berserker! Great book, good characters, only one gripe---Liriel always seems to have Lloth's favor when, in my opinion, she is a renegade like Drizzt. The whole part of Liriel simply deciding not to follow Lloth and regaining control of herself was a bit too far-fetched and underdeveloped. I am eagerly awaiting the continuing saga of Fyodor and his Wychlaran/Drow mate.

10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book for all to read., July 4, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Tangled Webs (Forgotten Realms: Starlight and Shadows, Book 2) (Mass Market Paperback)

I was reading some of the "reviews" on this story. Frankly, I can't believe some of the things people were saying. I think this book is an excellent piece of literature. It grabs you and keeps you in the adventure. I am an avid reader of fantasy novels and stories, especially in the "Forgotten Realms" of D & D. I have read many of the stories, and this one rates among the highest. Ms. Cunningham, if you read this and happen to wish to, I would love it if you could respond via email and let me know when the next Liriel Baenre novel will come out. I anxiously await it.