The second book in the Dark Elf Trilogy tells the continued story of the dark elf Drizzt Do'Urden as he finds himself out on his own in the Underdark having left his home in Menzoberranzan and the evil ways of his family and kin behind.
With conflicting emotions and uncertainty as to how he should live his life, Drizzt makes his way through the Underdark. Beside him he has his faithful companion Guenhwyvar, a black magical panther he befriended in Homeland. Together they brave the wild darkness in search of a home.
Drizzt soon realizes that the time in solitude and isolation takes it toll and affects him in unexpected ways. He realizes he has to do something about it.
Unknowingly something also lurks nearby in the darkness in search of him.
This book was a enjoyable listen, mostly during my drives to work. I didn't know what to expect when I started, but was pleasantly surprised by the events that unfolded. Especially the friendships that are made and the colourful creatures and characters encountered.
I would perhaps wanted more powerful, intense and character changing events, but it was fine.
That said, fine is of course not what I look for in a book.
Being somewhat of a stepping stone to the next book, Sojourn, I was ok with this.
All in all a good book, a little bland and uneventful, but builds the story and character of Drizzt further, pushing me on to the next book in the series.
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