"The deep silence was unsettling, particularly in view of the rumors of a frightening black-winged creature sighted in the night skies north of the valley only days earlier." Chap. 1, The Sword of Shannara, p. 2

"'I have no idea what you're talking about, but Shea and I are brothers and what happens to one must happen to both.'" Chap. 2, The Sword of Shannara, p. 30

"'I have placed a small pouch which contains three Elfstones. They will provide you with guidance and protection when nothing else can. Be cautioned - they are for Shea alone and to be used only when all else fails.'" Chap. 3, The Sword of Shannara, p. 44

"He had to admit Menion Leah would be a good man to have around in a fight, but at the same time he was not sure whose side the unpredictable fellow would decide to take." Chap. 4, The Sword...