Belgariad 5: Enchanter's End Game (The Belgariad (RHCP), 5)

One review for all of the 5 Books in this series - I LOVE THEM. I bless the day I walked into Waterstones in Manchester and Ariel introduced me to these books. I have worn out one set of paperback books in this series. The second set have seen plenty of reading. About to go away for a few days rather than pack a few of the books I downloaded the set. I tend to return to the books at least every 18 months. Aunt Pol, Garion, Old Wolf are old friends/extended family. No matter how often I return to them they never cease fo grip my interest from the start of Book 1 to the last page of Book 5. Having finished off The Belgariad I then had the second seriesto re-read the "Mallorean", again on my second set of paperbacks for that series too.I would recommend these Books to anyone. If you are coming to Fantasy fiction for the first time or you like to care for the people your reading about this is perfect. Eddings cares for these people and so will you. One thing I would add from my own experience, "Belgareth the Sorcerer" can be read at any time before, after or during the Series. "Polgara the Sorceress" I would recommend not to be read until you have read both the "Belgariad" & the "Mallorean"

In the final book of his Belgariad series of fantasy novels, David Eddings’s homage to Tolkein is at its most evident with a distinctly ‘Return of the King’ flavour to the narrative as the Rivan Queens leads the armies of the West against the massed forces of evil in an attempt to divert attention from her beloved Garion’s clandestine journey into the heart of darkness. Although much of the book is focussed on events rather than the characters (such as the battle scenes) the ever-present underlying theme of pre-destination is effectively explored with two competing prophecies with mutually exclusive ends – a reminder to the reader that we must be ever vigilant, there are times that confrontation is inevitable and despite self-doubt evil must be challenged. I found the ending of the book a satisfying conclusion to the series, and despite many reviewers pigeonholing the writing as being aimed at ‘young adults’ (probably due to the deceptively accessible style of writing) I really enjoyed the reading the series, can thoroughly recommend committing time to reading the five books. I am now off to read the next series – The Malloreon.

This book finished on a real high, I loved the journey as I did all the ones that came before. Character's of old who'd been in and out of the books from the very start all got their moment to shine in their own way and plotlines were all wrapped up. The climax was exciting, but also surprisingly heart wrenching in places.Overall the ending was very satisfying, and if I didn't know there was a follow on series I would be perfectly content with how this has ended. I am glad there are more books though for the simple reason that it means I can spend more hours with these great characters in this imaginative and complex world

A book from the best fantasy series EVER. I first bought the Belgariad at the age of 15. I'm nearing a half century now and have re read both this set and the Mallorean more times than I can recall and I always find something new. The characters are like old friends - and 'no' I'm not a sad, lonely weirdo! David Eddings crafted a truly wonderful world and it's still a pleasure to return to visit every now and again.

Very good series of books it’s my second time reading it so had idea about it but was still surprised at certain parts of it would recommend all books

This is a great epic story told over 5 books and I have them both on my kindle and in my bookcase. I read the entire series at least every couple of years and I could not find anything negative to say except it's a shame David Eddings is dead because there are no more books.

I read sci-fi and fantasy almost exclusively and the Belgariad and the follow on series 'The Mallorean' are quite simply the best fantasy series I've ever read. So much so that I've read them all at least six times. Edding's style is so rich and embracing I find every time I return to join Belgarath and Garion on their journey it is as emotional and rewarding as the first. You can't ask for much more from a piece of fiction.

i SHALL be upset when I've finished this book as it's the end of the 5 books of the 'Belgariad' I've already enjoyed book 1 which is why I ordered the other four. Now I must get back to my reading !!!