In R. A. Salvatore's "Glacier's Edge," the thrilling second installment of "The Way of the Drow" trilogy, the fate of the Forgotten Realms hangs precariously. Legendary drow mercenary Jarlaxle Baenre finds himself in an impossible predicament: trapped within perilous ice caverns, a lone survivor of a devastating raid on a slaad fortress. His companions—Catti-brie, Artemis Entreri, and Zaknafein—are in dire need of rescue, as is a peaceful city threatened by unfathomable forces. Faced with the terrifying power of the slaadi and their god, Jarlaxle realizes he cannot possibly prevail alone. His desperate mission: to escape the icy prison, return home, and assemble an elite team of unparalleled skill and might, a "firepower" far beyond what an army of aevendrow could provide. Burdened with a magical secret and racing against time, Jarlaxle must outwit his captors and gather allies before the world itself is consumed, pushing the boundaries of what even he, with his infamous bag of holding, believes is possible. This novel continues to expand the beloved Forgotten Realms, immersing readers in an adventure unlike any other.
Critical Reception
"A highly anticipated and well-received continuation within the esteemed Forgotten Realms saga, celebrated for its complex characters and exhilarating adventure."