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Summary: Soulforge hammers iron into tempered steel
Review: I recently finished reading the novel Soulforge. All in all I was very impressed, but I had one or two small reservations.Firts things first, I was very glad to see this story fleshed out. From the first novel of Chronicles I strongly identified with Raistlin. I was also a sickly, disabled and gifted child who was hated and mistrusted by peers. My childhood mirrored his in loneliness and solitude. I suppose the wretched mage touches almost everyone pretty close to home, that's just part of his charm. For these reasons I was glad to learn more about his early life, something that was only hinted at in earlier novels. I found Weis's work to be very well designed and executed but I do have a couple of critcisms. First, was it really necessary to portray Caramon as such a moron ? Even though Weis does on several occasions describe Caramon as a slow-thinker but one who invariably reaches the correct conclusion, I wasn't convinced. This is why. Caramon almost never took the initiative in this novel, he simply follows directions. When he did try to take intiative, he was stopped by his friends. If the other characters in a novel think a character is an idiot, then how are we supposed to believe that the author thinks that he is not ? I guess this must have been Weis's attempt to show the reliance that the Twins still shared at that point in time. I would have liked to have seen just one spark of brilliance from Caramon to foreshadow his later development. My other minor complaint is that there seemed to be too little development of Raistlin's childhood. I could have easily read another hundred pages on that. I guess I'm just being greedy. All together I found this to be an excellent character study type novel, and I have recommended it to others.
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Summary: Need another trilogy
Review: I felt that this book was a little to compressed. There was a lot more that needed to be said. When I read Chronicles and Legends I felt that Raistlin had done much in his life and had to mature at a rapid rate. I was under the impression that the Companions had adventured much more than this book implied. I also thought that he had exposed numerous charlatans rather than this personal vendetta against one woman. The Test at the tower was a very big disappointment. Another problem that I saw is one with the ages. Tanis was 102 I believe in Dragons of Autumn Twilight and yet this book keeps saying that he was well into his hundreds. This book took place at least 5 years before so Tanis had to be around 97. And according to AD&D rules half elves usually have a maximum lifespan of 145 years I think. Raistlin has already appeared in two trilogies perhaps another was needed.
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Summary: Phenomenal!
Review: The most lovable book to come out since the 5th Age (*cough*). If you are a fan of Raistlin this novel is a must. Very immersive and very well narrated, and it clearly shows that MW is one of the best if not the best author in this field. I want more Dragonlance novels from MW.
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Summary: This book is just the thing for people who miss raistlin
Review: I loved this book. Soulforge definitley has to be considered one of the originals. Making Raistlin into a boy that was kinda a product of his enviroment really put the finishing touch on him. I really don't think you can really relate to Raistlin until you've read this outstanding novel. Not to mention where else do you get to read about a hundred foot kender!! The terror of all terrors.
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Summary: "-The Hammerblows that Forge the Sword..."
Review: TREULY a monumental peace of work by my favorite authers! This has been a story I've long awaited reading! I couldn't put it down once!(A reason my teachers at school got on to me so...) I wish to congadulate Ms. Hickman, and Ms. Wies for outstanding work! This young reader and hopful future author prays that more like this is to come! Brett A. Deaton...16
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Summary: Great Jumping-On Point!
Review: This is my favorite book in the Dragonlance saga, and even replaced Dragons of Autumn Twilight as my fave. It is a good start for anyone wanting to begin reading the series, yet also very interesting for the other fans, especially w/ fans like me who just can't get enough of that twisted mage Raistlin, whom we've all come to know and love. (well, most of us.) I highly recommend it, as it provides deep insight into the life of the boy who became the most famous Archmage in Krynn.
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Summary: One of the best DragonLance books !
Review: The SoulForge is a great book! A must for all DragonLance and Raistlin fans! Altough the end of the book, about Raistlin's test, is a little disappointing, it is still a great book.
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Summary: A pleasant Journey back to the World of Krynn
Review: After having read almost every available DragonLance novel I was very excited to read Margaret Weis latest book about the frail mage Raistlin Majere. Margaret Weis bestows the reader a brillant vision of Raistlin's life and his strive for ultimate power. See how the world of Krynn becomes alive once again and take a journey back to Solace. Well done!!!
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Summary: It is a great book about Rastlin's early life.
Review: The novel is about Rasltin's early life and how he learns to use magic. It slpendidly show the strugls and triumphs that he goes through. The author but you right next to Rastlin as he makes his every move
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Summary: A Must Have for Dragonlance Fans
Review: This book tells the early years of our dark hero Raistlin Majere. This book is briliantly written and should defenitly be a must have. The early life of Raistlin is told here in full detail, showing already the hatred and pity people show him. It will make you really feel for our character. Don't miss this book!
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