Rating: Summary: Best one I've read! Review: This was my favorite of the Chronicels trilogy. I read the trilogy backwards, starting with this one. When I read through the whole thing, starting with DoAT, then DoWN, then this one one again, I felt the same rush I did when I first read it. I was on the edge of my seat while reading it, making the weirdest faces, as my mother told me. By the by, I'm 13 years old. (I think I'm acting like Tas, going of the subject at the slightest word) I encourage everyone to read the trilogy, if you haven't already, but don't read it backwards.
Rating: Summary: It is not as good as the first one. Review: I almost didn't even read this book, because I was so mad about Sturm's death in the Dragons of Winter Night. He was my second favorite character (Tasslehoff is my favorite). And then the never of them killing of Tas's favorite friend. Other then that I liked it. I think it is more of a teen or preteen book.
Rating: Summary: Beauty in the eye of the beholder Review: This, my fellow readers, is an absolute gem of a tale. A treasure which is a find of a lifetime. A cataclysmic tour de force. For many a years I had settled for mediocrity fantasy deep in the belief that nothing could excel Tolkien. Now, I honestly do believe that anything is possible. This isn't just another fantasy novel. It truly is the greatest fantasy saga of all time. Several of the other readers have made comparisons to Tolkien. Tolkien set certain standards with his novels. Weis and Hickman have developed this further (and no, I didn't think that could be possible either), setting their own universal standards in the process. They certainly are the masters of the fantasy cosmos. I could not find a single flaw or make a single criticism of the entire series. I have nothing but acclamation for it. This powerhouse has incessantly urgent plot development and intrigue, and every consequence of that plot is clearly thought out. The characters are so comprehensively defined and developed that you feel as if you know them personally; thus truly adulating or despising them. The authors achieve this by probing deep into the characters' minds and their very souls. Tanis, the tortured central figure in the universe, weighing problems upon him with the stakes of which no mortal being should ever be demanded. Laurana, an elven enchantress of eternal beauty and pure of heart, suffers as deeply as Tanis. Kitiara, an alluring yet complex presence, is chillingly captivating. The tragic loss of two key figures adds greatly to the affinity. The authors put their characters into uniquely dark situations and get their responses so correctly that the spell is never once broken. Both the subtle and apparent use of several themes throughout the novel is flawlessly executed, and harmoniously tied together at the end. Although the style of writing remains consistent, the pace and scheme of this novel picks up greatly from Winter Night, with a suspense/thriller feel to it. The disquieting tension as the plot races to its conclusion is a reader's thrill ride. On one hand you want to read hastily and gleefully to see how the perilous tale unfolds, but on the other hand, you want to slow down to fully appreciate the authors' work; one reason why this merits a second reading. I disagree with some of the views that Dragonlance is purely for the younger generation of readers. I believe the classic series appeals to all readers regardless of age for different reasons. As an example, when I first read the Chronicles back in the 80s, I was only 10 and I thoroughly enjoyed it for the spectacular battle scenes and the fantastic adventures our heroes go on. I read the series again not so long ago and was captivated for an altogether different reason. This time it wasn't the majestic dragons or the mythical world of Krynn that enraptured me, as I no longer have a child's imagination. Instead I was spellbound by the characters themselves and how they developed throughout the course of this trilogy. The emotional turmoil and complex relationship between Tanis, Laurana and Kitiara, culminating with the shocking twist at the end, is perhaps the best example. I failed to appreciate this during my first visit to Krynn. At the end of it all, when you close the book and come back to reality, there is a real sense of despondency as if you cannot believe Krynn is not real. Hats off to Weis and Hickman who have written a masterpiece that allows every reader to take away with them something endearing and unique.
Rating: Summary: Awesome! Review: I couldn't wait to finish it, cuz it was so good, and I had to find out what happened at the end of the war of the lance. It is a great conclusion to the 3 boooks. Compared to the other dragonlance books, I'd say it was average.
Rating: Summary: Lauralanthalasa! Review: What? Not worthy of Laurana's love? What does a guy have to do to be worthy of the love of a woman? Tanis saved Laurana's life on more than one occasion condemning his own in the process. He would even give up his soul to eternal darkness to save his quisala. The guy also ends up saving the world and the world in return takes away his two closest friends. Admittedly the character does deteriorate somewhat in this book, but we see his genuine characteristics come through in the end. Besides, you don't think I would give Wyrmslayer to just anybody now would you? So cut the guy (and the authors!) some slack please. This by the way is a great fantasy trilogy and I too wish there were more DL books involving the elven enchantress.
Rating: Summary: Excellent novel; shame about Tanis. Review: I feel a little cheated by what the authors do with Tanis in the latter half of this novel. Though not my favorite character, much of the story revolves around him. I guess they were trying to show that he is only human (half-human!), but it could have been portrayed without demeaning the character. At the end, you're left thinking that he is not worthy of Laurana's love. Fortunately the same could not be said of Laurana who is my fave character. She becomes an incredibly strong (mentally and emotionally) person who more or less ends up saving the day. I just wish there were more DL stories written about / including her.
Rating: Summary: The end of the 2nd greatest trilogy of all time! Review: Well I must say those last 5 chapters were the greatest I've ever read! Tanis's actions were so unpredictable and well...COOL! I love to read this and the whole series over and over, like the movie "Braveheart". If you're a fan of the dragonlance series or fantasy in general I recomend this to you, YES YOU! Buy it! Buy it NOW!
Rating: Summary: a great end to an excelent series. Review: This is best possible ending to this supurb series that you can immagine. In the end,they fought their battles, won the war, and all went their seperate ways, yes, even Carmon. There isn't much else to say that hasn't been said.
Rating: Summary: This is an amazing work of art!! Review: I read this book last year,in 5th grade. I DID NOT put it down. I found that I had no truble with the wording, but the story kept me on the edge of my seat. So far, I have read about 6 of these books, and loved them all!!!!
Rating: Summary: what and ending!! Review: I simply love this whole series! I find Raistlin do disarming that it hurts. He a a truly duplicitous being and one cannothelp but love all the more for it! Tasselhof Burrfoot is charming in his own irritaring way.Like a rash on a sensitive spot if you will. Cannot wait to see him die a horrid deat! Loved the book, loved everything - have nothing more to say! Thanks
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