Insurrection (Forgotten Realms: R.A. Salvatore's War of the Spider Queen, Book 2)

by Thomas M. Reid

Book Overview

The War of the Spider Queen spreads... A hand-picked team of the most capable drow adventurers begin a perilous journey through the treacherous Underdark, all the while surrounded by the chaos of war.... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786930330
• Release Date: December 2003
• Publisher: Wizards of the Coast
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.8" x 1.0" x 4.0"

Customer Reviews

Fantastic read, even better than the first book!!

Mr Reid did an excellent job continuing this 6 book epic series. Honestly, after reading the first book and getting myself familiar with all the characters, I wasn't sure another author could duplicate or even surpass the writing skills of RIchard Byers of Dissolution. But, surprisingly enough, Mr Reid enhanced the persona's of Phaerun and Ryld, "which I didn't think was possible" and he introduced a couple new fantastic characters such as Aliisza, Valas, and Hallistra. Phaerun is even more sarcastic and hilarious than he was in the first book. Although, I thought My Byers portrayal of Quenthel was much more devious and exciting than Mr Reid's version of her character. But, I didn't really notice this part much due to so many other well drawn out characters and the incredible story that was written. Now, the storyline and pace from the first book flowed great, but the new direction in Insurrection was even more phenominal than the first. It's like going to a fancy restaurant and ordering your favorite meal. First u recieve a nice salad, then it's time for the main course. This is how good of a read Insurrection is. It's been a long time since I read a series of novels as good as the first two books I've read. I love how the heroes are in actuality "evil" by nature but must work together to uncover this mind boggling mystery. If they fail in their endeavor, then the entire race could be doomed. It's just so cool reading about devious, treacherous, chaotic evil beings "including a draegloth half demon" risking their lives helping one another to solve this mystery. The sheer bravery and heroism portrayed by Phaerun the wizard, Ryld the weaponsmaster, Valas the Rogue, and even Jeggred the evil demon will honestly make you question the word "evil" and give you goosebumps. I've never read about an evil group of races working so hard together and saving eachother's life over an over again for the greater good of their city. Some of the characters are very honorable even though they're technically Evil. I'm on the third book right now and I must say the action, excitement, twists, and surprises are exhileratingly refreshing. The third book is starting to shape up even better than this one, which just can't be possible. lol... If you haven't started reading this series yet or are waiting until you finish the series your currently reading, please do yourself a favor and START READING THIS SERIES NOWWWWWWWW!!!!! You definitely won't be disappointed. I got the first book when it came out on hardcover 5 years ago and just finished it a couple weeks ago. I'm so mad at myself for taking 5 years to read the series. It's honestly that da,mn good.

Excellent writer

I found it very interesting to read this series because each book has a different writer. Sometimes a very subtle writing style difference can make a worn out subject fascinating.Thomas Reid has a great way with words. Better than some of the other writers in the series. I'd be curious to know how it was decided who would write what and how the plot was decided. The endless interplay between characters leaves you laughing and grinning with delight. The plot isn't incredibly brilliant but the real value is the way in which the characters interact. For instance, the character Pharaun, the wizard, comes up with one great jab after another at his "superior" mistress Quenthal. You're not quite sure who's in charge at times.At this point, I've started the 4th book in the series. It basically boils down to an adventure with a group of superheroes. One crisis after another and cliffhangers abound. There are several plot twists.I really enjoy this kind of stuff. It's light and fun.

true to the spirit of Salvatore

Insurrection is an exhausting read. It is very action-packed with huge battles and constant schemeing an intrigue. I devoured it. The author stays very true to the spirit of the Salvatore original series, but brings in fresh ideas/perspectives.

I can't put it down. Its an addiction. I need a social group

I found book II to be much better then the first book of the set. This book has more adventure with a complex yet easy to understand plotline. We're introduced to a few new characters while revisting those from book I.It is hard to adapt to the fact that this is *not* a book about an adventure group of friends... but a group of adventurers together by convention alone. If things go bad you never know who may backstab who, and everyone is out to protect THEMSELVES.And its about time someone worked a succubus into a storyline :) I'm a big fan of odd character types, wizardry and magic, and deceit. This book has all three wrapped up in a nice package of chaos. And after its all said and done you still get to read about another city besides the ever popular Menzobaranzan! A new culture with new houses to dominate! Most excellent.Admittingly, I have not yet finished the book but I'm having a hard time putting it down. I can't say that about the first book, although it was good, it is not of this quality. As a matter of fact, I think I'm going to grab some tea and sit down on my comfortable chair and read where I last left off...

I liked it! Gimmie more! Next book please!

I really enjoyed reading the second book of this series. Even though the books are written by different authors, I felt the characters maintained the same quirks and wit from the first book to the letter. The differences between the two drow cities was a nice touch, rather than being carbon copies of each other. The political fight,as well as the physical fights, were very enjoyable. Can't wait for the next book!