The Dark Legacy of Shannara trilogy Books in Order

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The Dark Legacy of Shannara trilogy is a fantasy series by Terry Brooks, set in the Four Lands, that follows the ongoing story of the Elfstones. The series begins seven years after the High Druid series and explores the consequences of a secret involving an Elven girl's heartbreak and the disappearance of the Elfstones. The narrative focuses on the continuing adventures of the Elfstones and their impact on the world.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Wards of Faerie

    Wards of Faerie

    2012 · Terry Brooks

    During a tumultuous period in the Four Lands, young Druid Aphenglow stumbles on a dangerous secret about an Elven girl's heartbreak and the vanished…

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  2. Bloodfire Quest

    2013 · Terry Brooks

    Bloodfire Quest is a 2013 fantasy novel by Terry Brooks, published by Del Rey Books on March 12. It is the second book in the trilogy The Dark Legacy…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the The Dark Legacy of Shannara trilogy books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Wards of Faerie”. Start with “Wards of Faerie.”

How many books are in the The Dark Legacy of Shannara trilogy series?

We list 2 books by Terry Brooks , published between 2012–2013.

Where can I buy the The Dark Legacy of Shannara trilogy books?

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