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The Shepherd's Crown: Number 41 of the Discworld Novels Series Mass Market Paperback – July 26 2016

by Terry Pratchett (Author)
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THE FINAL DISCWORLD NOVEL

A shivering of worlds . . .

Deep in the Chalk, something is stirring. The owls and the foxes can sense it, and Tiffany Aching feels it in her boots. An old enemy is gathering strength.

This is a time of endings and beginnings, old friends and new, a blurring of edges and a shifting of power. Now Tiffany stands between the light and the dark, the good and the bad.

As the fairy horde prepares for invasion, Tiffany must summon all the witches to stand with her. To protect the land. Her land.

There will be a reckoning . . .
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  1. Reading age
    9 - 12 years
  2. Book 40 of 40
    Discworld
  3. Print length
    304 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    4 - 7
  6. Dimensions
    11.05 x 2.03 x 17.68 cm
  7. Publisher
    Corgi
  8. Publication date
    July 26 2016
  9. ISBN-10
    0552574481
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0552574488
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This isn’t just a great Discworld book, it’s extraordinary . . . A magnificent sign-off.—Daily Telegraph

From the shadow of dementia, a brilliant novel shines: Terry Pratchett's last book is a funny, fearless farewell . . . This is a book worth reading twice in quick succession.—Christopher Stevens, Daily Mail

A joyful sign-off from a master of fantasy fiction . . . High-octane literary enjoyment.—Nicholas Tucker, Independent

Terry Pratchett was never so witty, direct and generous as in this, his final Discworld novel.—Guardian

The Shepherd’s Crown is a sometimes sad, often funny and eminently suitable testament to the life and career of Terry Pratchett.—David Barnett, Independent

A crowning achievement for Terry Pratchett and his Discworld . . . This is a book for all ages, the tour de force of one of the English language’s greatest authors, who, in the midst of encroaching darkness and facing so many terrors of his own, has contrived to astound us one last time with his craft.—The Conversation

This final book stands among the very best of [Pratchett's] work . . . An exceptionally crafted finale from one of the greats—School Library Journal (starred review)

Pratchett's final work is a tour de force of compassion, great wit, and gleeful storytelling.—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

A worthy crown to Terry Pratchett’s phenomenal artistic achievement.—Michael Dirda, Washington Post

The last Discworld offering is a poignant farewell, both to Pratchett's readership and to his extraordinary world.—Imogen Russell Williams, Metro

About the Author

TERRY PRATCHETT was the acclaimed creator of the global bestselling Discworld series, the first of which, The Colour of Magic, was published in 1983. His fortieth Discworld novel, Raising Steam, was published in 2013. His books have been widely adapted for stage and screen, and he was the winner of multiple prizes, including the Carnegie Medal, as well as being awarded a knighthood for services to literature. He died in March 2015.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Corgi
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 26 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 304 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0552574481
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0552574488
  • Item weight ‏ : ‎ 179 g
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 9 - 12 years
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11.05 x 2.03 x 17.68 cm
  • Book 40 of 40 ‏ : ‎ Discworld
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7
  • 鶹 Rank: #1,673,632 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • Customer Reviews:
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Terry Pratchett sold his first story when he was fifteen, which earned him enough money to buy a second-hand typewriter. His first novel, a humorous fantasy entitled The Carpet People, appeared in 1971 from the publisher Colin Smythe. Terry worked for many years as a journalist and press officer, writing in his spare time and publishing a number of novels, including his first Discworld novel, The Color of Magic, in 1983. In 1987 he turned to writing full time, and has not looked back since. To date there are a total of 36 books in the Discworld series, of which four (so far) are written for children. The first of these children's books, The Amazing Maurice and His Educated Rodents, won the Carnegie Medal. A non-Discworld book, Good Omens, his 1990 collaboration with Neil Gaiman, has been a longtime bestseller, and was reissued in hardcover by William Morrow in early 2006 (it is also available as a mass market paperback (Harper Torch, 2006) and trade paperback (Harper Paperbacks, 2006). Terry's latest book, Nation, a non-Discworld standalone YA novel was published in October of 2008 and was an instant New York Times and London Times bestseller. Regarded as one of the most significant contemporary English-language satirists, Pratchett has won numerous literary awards, was named an Officer of the British Empire “for services to literature” in 1998, and has received four honorary doctorates from the Universities of Warwick, Portsmouth, Bath, and Bristol. His acclaimed novels have sold more than 55 million copies (give or take a few million) and have been translated into 36 languages. Terry Pratchett lived in England with his family, and spent too much time at his word processor. Some of Terry's accolades include: The Carnegie Medal, Locus Awards, the Mythopoetic Award, ALA Notable Books for Children, ALA Best Books for Young Adults, Book Sense 76 Pick, Prometheus Award and the British Fantasy Award.

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Customers find the book wonderful, entertaining, and beautiful. They say it makes them smile, laugh, and give them moments of peace and normalcy. Readers also say it's a bittersweet read and a touching farewell to an extraordinary author.

"This is a great book - it has the slight edge of melancholy that Terry's books seem to contain - highly recommended." Read more

"Bittersweet read knowing it is the last book from a master writer - thanks terry for the many years of reading pleasure - rip - you will be missed" Read more

"Wonderful book. I own all the discworld novels and am very happy with this one." Read more

"...Feelings aside, I am glad to have read the book. I feel it's one of the stronger ones of the Tiffany Aching/Witches series...." Read more

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Customers find the writing style masterful and thought-provoking. They describe the author as extremely talented, entertaining, and one of their favourite comedy writers.

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  • Christian Poulin
    5.0 out of 5 stars A nice conclusion, albeit too early
    Reviewed in Canada on September 9, 2024
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    Terry Pratchett left us too early, and I will miss his writing dearly, which is why I waiting so long to get his book; it was the last one I was missing, and I didn't want this to come to an end.

    Feelings aside, I am glad to have read the book. I feel it's one of the stronger ones of the Tiffany Aching/Witches series. I will not spoil anything, but Pratchett brings back many plot points and characters from previous books, some which surprised my a lot. A nice conclusion to a great series/universe.
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  • cedric
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Swan Song
    Reviewed in Canada on September 18, 2015
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    Really good. I enjoyed it immensely. It was such a good final book. From one of the best authors out there. There was a moment were I cried a little bit knowing that this was the last Terry Pratchett book ever. It was fantastic swan song for him. The jokes in the book were all ways bang on. The story was great. I know this was hisast book. But man did he introduce a really great new character, well actually two new characters. With Geoffrey and his goat. It's just tobad we'll never get to learn more about the first male witch and his goat. Terry Pratchett you will definitely be missed. You have ment so much to me as I grew up. You, and all your characters were friends to me when we I had no friends. I all ways wishi had the chance to meet you and thankyou for that. So I do it now thankyou so much for that sir.
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  • Zachary
    5.0 out of 5 stars The greatest send off
    Reviewed in Canada on September 14, 2015
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    I have been reading the disk world novels since I was in middle school and I bought this book knowing that Prattchet is long gone. I can't help but think that if this book is to be the last it is still among the best. As I write this I am crying because these books have been such a long and powerful part of my life. These books have made me laugh and given me moments of peace and normalcy in the worst times in my life this book is no different it made me laugh, and cackle and cry because I know it's the last.
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  • rick whiteley
    4.0 out of 5 stars The last Pratchett book
    Reviewed in Canada on October 21, 2015
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    Sir Terry Pratchett's last book before he died. Apparently this book was not finished exactly how Sir Terry would've wished. There are areas where an avid reader of Pratchett can see that some areas were not as well fleshed out as he would've done had he been well enough. In spite of that, any Discworld book is a great read and this was no exception. The book tied up loose ends and hinted at the futures of some beloved characters. Reading it was a bittersweet experience knowing that it was the very last book coming from this extremely talented, entertaining, thought provoking, author.
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  • Pamela
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great last book
    Reviewed in Canada on July 5, 2023
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    Somehow I missed this book when it came out. I've always loved Terry Pratchett's Dscworld books. The witches were always my favourite characters so having them right at the centre of this one was a treat.
    So sad thatched is the last one.
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  • David Phillips
    5.0 out of 5 stars Just what we needed.
    Reviewed in Canada on January 9, 2021
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    We have all Terry Pratchett's books but, sadly, they wear out from not only us but friends and family (and their children) borrowing them. They have to be replaced and I can think of no better way to do that than through 鶹, it's easy and inexpensive. The "Shepherds Crown" is, in our view, the saddest of Terry's books. Not for it's content but for the fact that it's his last book and had to be finished by his editor and family and it shows.
    It's a beautiful story as you would naturally expect, I only wish Terry had lived to complete it himself, he intended at least 450 pages. I wish he was still alive to write about the further evolution of Discworld but that couldn't be; buggrit, millenium hand and shrimp, as Foul ole Ron would say.
    Anyway, if you haven't got this, or the other Discworld books I advise you to get them all. You really will be delighted.
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  • D. Trasler
    5.0 out of 5 stars The final Discworlkd Novel leaves the bar set high.
    Reviewed in Canada on October 8, 2015
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    There are never going to be any more Discworld novels by Terry Pratchett. That's a terrible thing, but this is a fine, fine way to close the series. As with all his Discworld books, Sir Terry finds a way to talk about the real world, the stupid things we do and the daft things we believe. Fans of the series and of the Tiffany Aching books in particular should be well satisfied with this novel, sad as it certainly is. From saying farewell to a major Discworld character, to pitting Tiffany once more against the denizens of the Fairie realm, this book works hard. There's one thread I felt was left loose, but I have no complaints about that - Sir Terry chose to tell us this story, and it was his to tell. I'm very happy to have had this final tale from him and will love and re-read all his books for a long time to come.
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  • Carole Hudson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good book
    Reviewed in Canada on January 13, 2024
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    Good read
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  • Bill Dowding
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
    Reviewed in Australia on June 2, 2025
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    It's Pratchett. Of course it's awesome. Sadly, his final book, but he ties it all into a resolution.
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  • Cliente 鶹
    5.0 out of 5 stars Correcto
    Reviewed in Spain on May 11, 2016
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    Se lo regalé a mi novio para Sant Jordi y le encantó. Él es un gran fan de Terry Pratchett. Di en el clavo.
    El envío llegó en el tiempo esperado y sin ningún rasguño. Todo perfecto.
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  • Susan Hayworth
    5.0 out of 5 stars So sad that it is over
    Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2025
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    I only started reading my way through Discworld a few years ago. I have no idea why it took me so long to discover these incredible works. I read them in the order they were published and now that I have finished The Shepherd’s Crown, I am bereft. I will never again read one of these wonderful books for the first time. Now I shall take a week or two and start again but this time in a different order. Or perhaps explore STP’s other books first. The Shepherd’s Crown was funny and sad and scary and exciting and all the elements of a Discworld novel. I particularly liked this because the witches are my favourites.
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  • Paul Tapner
    5.0 out of 5 stars A changing Discworld
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 13, 2015
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    Latest novel in the Discworld series of fantasy novels. Latest in the ones of those that feature young witch Tiffany Aching and are designed as young readers books. But ones that all ages can enjoy. Not an ideal jumping on point for new readers as it does work best with familarity with the characters and setting.

    Alas, fate means it's the last Discworld ever as well.

    You knew all that already, but just in case.

    It runs for three hundred and thirty three pages. It's divided into nineteen chapters. Plus a prologue and an epilogue.

    Tiffany continues in her role as a young witch. But things never stay the same for ever in life. Fate intercedes. And casts new responsibilities upon her. She now has a lot of new challenges to contend with.

    Meanwhile, elsewhere, an old enemy is gathering strength...

    Previous discworld novel 'Raising Steam' did have a theme about change and accepting it. And in many ways a similar theme runs through this. Early chapters are beautifully written and full of a sense of life and death, and things going on. Those who read this will be divided into two camps. Those who will hang on every word and just simply enjoy it. And those who will say it wasn't as good as his earlier works.

    Frankly, I was too absorbed in the writing to even notice any of the former. For the bulk of this, the main plot is just how Tiffany adapts to growing up and her new circumstances. And it's utterly absorbing reading as a result. So true to life in so many ways in how people react at times like this, and the characters, despite having traits that the writer had done many times before, just ring so true to life. In particular one rather interfering know it all busybody.

    The threat is always noticeable and stirring at the back of the narrative, but it's continuing nicely enough for the bulk of the time so that you don't need it to come to the fore. It's only in the final quarter when it starts to take centre stage that the plot isn't quite as interesting as what has gone before, but that's only a minor complaint.

    By the end, things have changed. Some of them and some people haven't lasted forever. But life is going on anyhow. And that's the whole point. Which is really rather beautifully put across.

    It's not a laugh out loud book, but it does produce many a soft and occasionally louder chuckle.

    Discworld novels are done. But this allows the place to live on in our imaginations afterwards. And there's a really nice illustration at the end to go with that.

    Plus a touching afterword from Terry Pratchett's assistant that is well worth a read.

    And a quick glossary also.

    It shouldn't have been the end. But it's a great one to go out on. And it's worth five stars.
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  • Realjaco
    5.0 out of 5 stars A worthy goodbye
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on July 19, 2016
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    This is Pratchett's goodbye to us, readers of his works and it's perfect with little imperfections. No, it's clear it could have been better, but only just a bit, and it's extremely saddening Pratchett isn't with us anymore to improve on this book. But that makes the book perfect as his goodbye. To remember all the good times we had in his world, to say goodbye to this funny and wise man that should still have been here. But he writes his own consolation: he's still with us, he's everywhere we look!
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