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Series

Voyage of the Jerle Shannara

3 books

The Voyage of the Jerle Shannara series by Terry Brooks has 3 books. Start with Ilse Witch (2001), then read the rest in the order below.

Voyage of the Jerle Shannara reading order

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Ilse Witch

Terry Brooks

A mysterious half-drowned elf washes ashore, bringing with him echoes of a lost expedition and a map to a legendary, unparalleled magic. Walker Boh, the last of the Druids, is uniquely positioned to decipher its secrets, but he is not the only one who understands its power. The ruthless Ilse Witch, a formidable sorceress, also covets the map and the ancient magic it promises, setting the stage for a perilous race. This gripping tale plunges readers into a world of ancient mysteries, potent magic, and a desperate struggle for control, marking a thrilling new chapter in a beloved fantasy saga.

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Antrax

Terry Brooks

In a perilous quest for elusive magic, the last Druid, Walker Boh, and his brave companions embark on a treacherous journey across unknown seas, only to find themselves ensnared in a web of sinister designs. As their airship, the Jerle Shannara, faces relentless attacks from dark forces, Walker's protégé, Bek Rowe, and his allies are relentlessly pursued by the enigmatic Ilse Witch. Meanwhile, Walker finds himself trapped in a dark labyrinth beneath the ruins of Castledown, stalked by an ancient, non-human entity known as Antrax. This malevolent spirit feeds on enchantment and traps the souls of men, and its insatiable hunger now threatens the very fate of the Four Lands.

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Morgawr

Terry Brooks

The crew of the airship Jerle Shannara faces their most terrifying challenge yet in the form of the Morgawr, an ancient sorcerer of immense power commanding a fleet of airships and an army of the undead. His insatiable hunger for souls and mastery of dark magic make him a formidable foe, driven by a dual purpose: to seize control of legendary ancient books of magic and to exact revenge on the Ilse Witch, a former disciple who betrayed him. As the Ilse Witch finds herself vulnerable and seeking redemption, her long-lost brother, Bek Ohmsford, emerges as her sole protector, determined to clear her name and embrace a destiny intertwined with hers. This epic tale plunges readers into a world of high-stakes aerial battles, ancient magic, and the enduring struggle between good and evil, exploring themes of betrayal, redemption, and the weight of destiny.

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