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Dragonlance Chronicles Trilogy Gift Set

Margaret Weis, Tracy Hickman

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Total reviews: 256 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

On Dragonlance 2 out of 5 stars.
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Let me start by first outlining the conditions under which I endeavoured to read the Dragonlance Chronicles.
Relatively recently I developed an interest in the Fantasy Genre and thus decided to explore its various sub-genres; immerse myself in Fantasy's myriad "worlds".
So, having done some preliminary research on the internet, and diligent perusing in my local Borders bookstore, I came to appreciate the fundamentals of the genre: Sword & Sorcery Vs Epic Fantasy; the 1960s and 1970s Vs the 1980s; biblical length trilogies Vs Short story masters etc etc.
My introduction into fantasy began with Stephen Donaldsons 'Chronicles of Thomas Covenant'. The first trilogy, though controversial and much debated by the genre's enthusiasts, I found to be superb. Soon, however, the intricacy and scope of "Epic" fantasy faded into the pretentiousness and monotony of unnecessrily LONG books.
Having felt that I had strayed too far in one direction, I next turned my attention to the other end of the spectrum.
Fritz Leiber's 'First Book Of Lhankmar', though extremely well written and undeniably witty, rang too hollow for my taste. Robert E. Howards legendary 'Conan' stories, though hinting at something amazing in numerous stories, I found too "pulpy" nonetheless. I tried reading 'The Lord of the Rings', and twice got halfway through, but I just couldn't finish it.
At last I came to understand what it was I wanted out of Fantasy fiction:
1) I wanted a world I could immerse myself in, withouting drowning in unnecessary details.
2) I wanted a darker, more realistic treatment of characters and characterization.
3) I was willing to follow a trilogy or long series, provided that each successive novel was not a repeat of the original.

So, having read the 'Dark Elf Trilogy' in its entirety (Forgotten Realms), I decided to give 'Dragonlance' a fair chance even though
a) The cover art I found to be quite off-putting.
b) I was worried the books were more for children than adults
and
c) I have a great dislike for all things elven and dwarfish.

I must be honest, I only got halfway through the first volume of the 'Chronicles','Dragons of Autumn Twilight', before I just couldn't go on. The reasons are as follows:

1) The characters are terribly mono-dimensional and cliche beyond description. Consquently the dialogue, in which it must be said the story drowns, is as captivating as watching drying paint. I became so adept at predicting EXACTLY what a character would say that I began to wonder if or not I was psychic.
2) Cliches, cliches, cliches. The story died of cliches.
3) It seemed as if Hickman and Weis deliverately tried to make the story as trivial as possible. But, there is a clear difference between banality and light-heartedness. The authors simultaneously sell this book as Epic and grand, yet they emphasize the happy-go-lucky nature of the characters and plot.

In the final analysis I must advise against purchasing the 'Dragonlance Chronicles'. This book is not for adults. End of story.

Thankyou for your time.

Editorial Review:

This three-book set is perfect for collectors and an ideal gift for readers unfamiliar with the Dragonlance setting. The Chronicles Trilogy- Dragons of Autumn Twilight, Dragons of Winter Night, and Dragons of Spring Dawning-are enclosed in a hard-sided slipcover case featuring the stunning cover art from the series.

Dragons of the Highlord Skies (Dragon Lance: The Lost Chronicles, Vol. 2)

Margaret Weis, Tracy Hickman

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Total reviews: 27 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Kitiara's Place 5 out of 5 stars.
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I found the Novel to be a very good read and I think that if Kitiara had been able to contribute more to Takithises war the Dragon lance war probably would have gone very Diffrently and I can hardly wait for the Third book which concerns Raistlin.

from a big dragonlance fan 4 out of 5 stars.
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I took a break from reading dragonlance books for a long time and decided to start with the chronicles series and mix in a bit of these lost chronicles as i go.

I started with autumn twilight naturally and went straight into dwarven depths. The transition from one to the other is smooth. I wasn't sure if I should read this book or winter night. I opted to go with this one. It was a great read.

Then I went into winter night which is the reason I give this book one less star then a perfect five. I realized that the lost chronicles didn't really fit in so well. Looking back I could tell it was really forced. Spoiler: For example, Tanis goes through Thorbardin without any problems, nothing about his discomfort with enclosed spaces or anything, and then I read the beginning of winter night and suddenly he was very uncomfortable underground and wanted out as soon as possible. Or how Tas got the glasses or how he helped the knights. Or Kit's relationship with Skie is different in this one than it is in winter night. It just didn't feel right, in my opinion.

But all in all, by itself, the book is fun to get through, though the connections to the true chronicles were really forced in. I could overlook it easily enough and recommend this to fans of the series.

Editorial Review:

The story starts in the Tower of High Sorcery in Palanthus, which is under assault by the forces of the Kingpriest. The wizards, knowing they must surrender, remove as many valuable artifacts as they can. An elven wizard named Feal-Thas takes a dragon orb to the distant land of Ice Wall. That orb is sought by the Dragon Highlord Ariakas, who assigns the task of its recovery to Kitiara Uth-Matar, half-sister of the sickly mage Raistin and his good-natured twin Caramon. Kitiara, who is rising up the ranks of the dark forces, must undertake the journey to the Ice Castle of Feal-Thas, where she will have a dramatic confrontation with Laurana, a leader of the forces of good.

Legends Gift Set: Time of the Twins, War of the Twins, and Test of the Twins (Dragonlance: Legends Trilogy)

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Total reviews: 25 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Editorial Review:

A boxed set of three core titles from the Dragonlance saga.

This slip-covered gift set contains three key titles from the Dragonlance saga: Time of the Twins, War of the Twins, and Test of the Twins, all of which were authored by New York Times bestselling authors Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman. These are three of the strongest-selling Dragonlance backlist titles.

In Time of the Twins, Tasslehoff, Raistlin, Caramon, and the priestess Crysania travel back in time to visit the city of Istar before the Cataclysm in an attempt to avert disaster, while Raistlin plots to seize the magical power of the ancient wizard Fistandantilus. In Test of the Twins, Raistlin casts a magical spell to open a Portal to the Abyss. At the same instant his brother Caramon operates a magical device that throws Caramon and Tasslehoff into an unexpected place. And in War of the Twins, Raistlin prepares to enter the Abyss and challenge the Dark Queen herself, only do discover that he is caught in a time loop from which there seems to be no escape.

The War of Souls Trilogy Gift Set: Dragons of a Fallen Sun, Dragons of a Lost Star, Dragons of a Vanished Moon (Dragonlance Series)

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Mixed Feelings 3 out of 5 stars.
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The show must move on, if it is to continue. I'm not certain it needed to. The Dragonlance Chronicles Trilogy Gift Set, while flawed, were a great story. The Legends Gift Set: Time of the Twins, War of the Twins, and Test of the Twins (Dragonlance: Legends Trilogy) was even better. This effort fell flat, and even turned continuity on its head.

The entire plot is based on a what-if scenario: what if Tasslehoff Burrfoot (herien referred to as Tas) didn't die? At the end of the Chaos war, Tas decides he needs to be present at Caramon Majere's funeral. Using an artifact, he travels forward in time, disrupting everything.

Now, if the Chaos War were lost, that would mean that Chaos won, and everything and everyone went caput. There's no way around that. But that's just what the authors decided to do: ignore the consequences of their book, Dragons of Summer Flame Dragons of Summer Flame.

That didn't sit well. But there were other problems:

We became attached to the original cast in Chronicles as they interacted with one another. They faced danger as a group. They grew, they quarrelled, forgave, cursed and watched eachothers' backs. This trilogy isn't like that. Each of the characters we're introduced to, and expected to care about, faces everything on their own, right up until the very end.

Another issue I had a problem with was the the antagonist. A teenage girl who appears completely honest and blunt throughout, but when it suited the purpose of the story, acted subtley, maliciously, and in a backstabbing manner. Then too, how she could be so attached to Goldmoon, and yet fall so completely for the 'One God.' Her last act seemed so out of character, it took me completely out of the story.

This set was heavily bloated. More happened in the Dragons of Summer Flame, a single book, than occurred in this entire trilogy.

It was nice to see some of the old characters again, even if they were on their way out. It's a shame we never really got to know Palin or Usha, who are still rather flat. The major groups acted consistently with their established history. Even when everything changes in the end, alot remained the same. Meh. This was one tale the Dragonlance universe could have done without. It leaves the world of Krynn with alot less good and evil. The very things that made DragonLance tick.

(And how many times does the fate of Raistlin need to be changed, people?)

Editorial Review:

This slip-covered gift set contains the three New York Times best-selling titles that make up the epic War of Souls trilogy: Dragons of a Fallen Sun, Dragons of a Lost Star, and Dragons of a Vanished Moon. Authored by Dragonlance saga co-creators Margaret Weis & Tracy Hickman, these titles each hit multiple best-seller lists upon initial release.

Dragons Of The Dwarven Depths: The Lost Chronicles, Volume One (Dragonlance)

Margaret Weis, Tracy Hickman

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Quality time with our favorite heroes once more 4 out of 5 stars.
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Reviews on this book have been rather harsh. I have just finished it and would rank it as entertaining and worth reading for those who have already discovered the original Chronicles Trilogy. I am reviewing this book from an interesting perspective. I initially read the original trilogy when it was first published and have read many (but no where near all of them) books set in this realm over the years. I picked up Dragons of the Dwarven Depths after recently rereading Dragons of Autumn Twilight in the The Annotated Chronicles (Dragonlance: Dragonlance Chronicles).

What you will find in this book is 20 years of growth and experience and it will stand out as being deeper and richer. I am not one to be distracted by the editing errors mentioned by other reviewers so I cannot confirm they are present (but I don't doubt they are either). The authors seem to understand that most readers haven't seen the Autumn Twilight in some time so there is some background there but it didn't seem as heavy as other reviewers had stated. I skipped the ends of a few paragraphs and probably a page that seemed to provide nothing new about Sturm.

However, I was delighted to find that this book is less like a good narrative of a game session and flowed richly like a smooth story from experienced writers. All the characters had individual depth, purpose and drive. The banter between these old friends brought you back and you seem to get a better glimpse of what is on their mind and what struggles they are really facing. All this made up for any other minor flaws mentioned or not.

My only real complaint is that some of the lines by the characters were out of place. The dialog shows so much improvement over the original trilogy but leaves these more "game table" quips to stand out as rather awkward. This seemed to be spread evenly about once every 3 chapters and usually from one of the Heroes of the Lance.

In summary, I am glad I read it and do feel as if I spent quality time with our favorite heroes once more.

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Tanis Half-Elven... Flint Fireforge... Tasslehoff Burfoot... the classic Dragonlance characters are back!

Picking up where the first book of the classic Dragonlance Chronicles left off, this tale follows the Companions of the Lance on their adventures following the rescue of the refugees of Pax Tharkas. Flint and Tanis Half-Elven travel to the dwarven kingdom of Thorbardin, while the rest of the Companions confront challenges of their own.

Dragons of Summer Flame

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Can someone give me a synopsis? 1 out of 5 stars.
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I confess that I'm not a huge fan if the Dragonlance Series. I stumbled across the first War of Souls book and quite enjoyed that. To the point that I bought all the privious Weis/Hickman DL books. Unfortunately, it's taken me almost 4 years to get through them. I've finally made it to Dragons of Summer Flame.

And I just can't take it any more. I really just want to skip back to War of Souls, but the compulsion to read books in order is just to strong.

But I cannot get through this book. I made it to page 90. Just past the deaths of Sturm and Talin, which pretty much did it for me. Topped with the Usha character and her potentially for unlimited whinning, I just can't make it any farther.

So if someone could just give me a synopsis of the important events, I'd aprriciate it.

Because this book is just not worth reading. Let alone buying.

Editorial Review:

Summer has come to Krynn, a summer unlike any before. The sun bears down on land and sea, searing the world with relentless light and heat. Clouds and rain are nowhere to be found, and even the darkness of night brings little relief from the strange and oppressive day.

Meanwhile, those who commune regularly with their gods are uneasy. Every day, their deities become more distant, more difficult to reach. Clerics' prayers go unanswered, and magic goes awry. As the tension on Ansalon builds, estranged cousins Palin Majere and Steel Brightblade search for an explanation. It soon becomes evident that more than just magic is at stake.

The fate of all Krynn hangs in the balance.

This is a new paperback edition of Dragonlance cocreators Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman's first hardcover New York Times bestseller. It is the direct prequel to the current War of Souls trilogy. This edition features a new cover design that ties into the recent rereleases

The Soulforge (Dragonlance: The Raistlin Chronicles, Book 1)

Margaret Weis

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Disappointing Journey Back to Krynn 3 out of 5 stars.
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"Raistlin startled to wakefulness, a sense of danger bursting like lightning on his sleep, jolting him out of terrifying dreams." Oh Boy. Hemmingway this is not.

With the new Dungeons and Dragons 4th edition coming out my old dungeon master (just writing that makes me cringe) has decided to try and reunite distant (and aging) gamers using the new online gaming engine. In order to get into the spirit of things I thought I might spend some time back in the realm of D&D. When I was in high school every self respecting nerd had read the DragonLance series by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman. Quite frankly my taste in literature was still developing back then but the books seemed fine and I enjoyed all three. The most memorable character, by far, was the mage Raistlin Majere. One of my friends even modeled his D&D character after Raistlin including his relentless (and irritating) pursuit of power.

It's pretty clear by this books intro that Raistlin is also Margaret Weis's favorite and this is likely what doomed the book for me. As intriguing as Raistlin is I was hoping for more than to read about his elementary school years, his handling of bullies and his mildly dysfunctional family. The author also goes way overboard trying to hammer home the point that Raistlin is the dark brooding brains and his twin Caramon is the strong, good looking dolt. It's sometimes difficult for adults to write dialogue for children but this one is pretty bad. No five year old on earth has ever talked the way young Raistlin does and in trying to make little Caramon sound simple and naïve Weis basically writes him as retarded.

I just didn't feel that D&D vibe reading this book. The story was so focused on Raistlin that there was barely anytime for anything else and quite frankly most of the book was rather boring and tedious which isn't helped by its 400+ page length. Raistlin still stands above the rest but mainly because Kitiara and Tasselhoff were so bloody annoying while Sturm, Tanis and Flint were less like characters and more like empty ciphers.

While a bad ending can kill a good book a good ending is less likely to redeem a mediocre book but it does help and the ending in Soulforge is by far the best part. Still, rather than rekindle my interest in D&D the book ended up dampening it. If you want a good fantasy book I suggest the Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin. It's not D&D but the characters are significantly better.

Editorial Review:

A mage's soul is forged in the crucible of magic. Raistlin Majere is six years old when he is introduced to the archmage who enrolls him in a school for the study of magic. There the gifted and talented but tormented boy comes to see magic as his salvation. Mages in the magical Tower of High Sorcery watch him in secret, for they see shadows darkening over Raistlin even as the same shadows lengthen over all Ansalon.

Finally, Raistlin draws near his goal of becoming a wizard. But first he must take the drea Test in the Tower of High Sorcery. It will change his life forever -- if he survives.

Dragon Wing (Death Gate Cycle)

Margaret Weis, Tracy Hickman

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Total reviews: 127 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Warning - Addicting 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

What an awesome start to a great series of books! I read the Cycle when I was a teen and loved it and now in my....Early 20's ;) I wonder how I waited so long before picking it up again. From this first book, 'Dragon Wing' through the seventh I was hooked and still am!

It Gave Me My User Name 5 out of 5 stars.
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I love this book. The entire series climbs into the top ten of my ultimate favorite books. (Which is really hard to do by the way. I read a ton!) I read this in the eighth grade (I was always a really good reader) and I love it to peices still. Whenever I want something to re-read, this is the one I delve for. I love it! I love it! I love it! What more is there to say?

Editorial Review:

Preeminent storytellers Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman have redefined epic fantasy. Since the publication of their Dragonlance series, millions of readers have enjoyed their imaginative world-building, rich characterization, and intricate storylines. Now these bestsellingauthors bring their talents to one of the most innovative fantasy creations ever in Dragon Wing, the first volume in The Death Gate Cycle.

Dragons of Spring Dawning (Dragonlance Chronicles, Book 3)

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No Suprises 4 out of 5 stars.
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Once again Hickman and Weis come through with flying colors!
Each volume seems to flow seemlessly into the next. I can hardly wait to read the next adventure.

The end... 4 out of 5 stars.
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SPOILER ALERT!!!!

Dragons of Spring Dawning is the final volume in the Chronicles Trilogy. At the beginning of the book the forces of good are in disarray and headed for defeat at the hands of the evil Dragonarmies. However, since this is the last book in the trilogy you just know that things are going to turn around. First Laurana is named commander of the Knights around Palanthas and then her brother, Gilthanas, returns with the good dragons. After the good dragons are equipped with the dragonlances they drive the dragonarmies south in disorder. However, the blue Dragon highlord Kitiara has a trick up her sleeve. She preys upon Laurana's love for Tanis Half-Elven to capture the elven general; Kit plans to sacrifice Laurana to the evil goddess, Takahsis, and then give her soul to her death knight Lord Soth. When Tanis learns of this dastardly plot he leads the other companions to Nereka to free Laurana. Tanis also has an ace in the hole as he has managed to find Berem the Everman, who has a strange jewel in his chest that is preventing the evil goddess from returning. In the end, Tanis manages to rescue Laurana, Berem returns his jewel and prevents the return of the evil goddess and Raistlin turns to the dark robes.

For the most part this book is a very satisfying conclusion to the series. We reach a measure of resolution with all of the major characters (some sadder then others) and we get a glimpse of what their future will be like. However, in some ways the ending is a bit too...neat. Why does Berem's jewel hold such power over a Goddess? How does his sister's death effect anything? Is it because of his sister's love that the entrance to the world is blocked? I don't get it and it is never completely explained. Also the fact that Fizban, the bumbling wizard who has been following them around for almost a year, turns out to be the god Paladine. That's a little too good to be true. And if he was a god, why not have some more powerful magic or something? Other then that this was a good book.

In conclusion, I am giving this book four stars. The one star that it lost is for the ending. A better ending would have put a better cap on a magnificent trilogy.

Editorial Review:

The war against the dragon minions of Queen Takhisis rages on. Armed with the mysterious, magical dragon orbs and the shining, silver dragonlance, the companions bring hope to the world. But now, in the dawn of a new day, the dark secrets that have long shadowed the hearts of the friends come to the light. Betrayal, treachery, frailty, and weakness will nearly destroy all that they have accomplished.

The greatest battle they have left to fight is within each of them.

Yet, in the end, they will be heroes.

The Second Generation

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Years have passed since the end of the War of the Lance. The people of Ansalon have rebuilt their lives, their houses, their families. The Companions of the Lance, too, have returned to their homes, raising children and putting the days of their heroic deeds behind them.

But peace on Krynn comes at a price. The forces of darkness are ever vigilant, searching for ways to erode the balance of power and take control. When subtle changes begin to permeate the fragile peace, new lives are drawn into the web of fate woven around all the races. The time has come to pass the sword -- or the staff -- to the children of the Lance.

They are the Second Generation.

An all-new repackaged paperback edition of a classic Dragonlance novel.

This book of five novellas bridges the gap between the Chronicles and Legends trilogies and Dragons of Summer Flame. While detailing their adventures, The Second Generation also sets up key events and characters in future Dragonlance novels.