Rating: Summary: These people have it all wrong... Review: I hate to point it out, but that poem that makes so many people dissappointed with this book is really not following the exact story of how Huma became the great hero who saved Krynn from Takhissis. It is a symbolic poem of what he went through. The book is actually supposed to be a written account of what Huma went through. It follows his adventure from being a normal knight to being the greatest hero I have ever read about him. If you like books that have characters to look up to, this is your book. Oh, and writers are allowed to change facts to suit the sellability of thier stories or plays or poems. William Shakespear did not follow history exactly with most of his historical plays. Therefore, the bard who wrote the huma poem might have changed the story to make it seem more heroic and supernatural. I know that the poem was written first, but its an explanation for the deviation
Rating: Summary: Huma - the paladin of time Review: I read this book when I was a wee child, probably around 10 years of age. At the time, I thought Huma was the greatest person in any book, ever. After reading every Ravenloft, Dragonlance, and AD&D book available, I still think that. He has every virtue that I want. He is the most honorable and honest person I've ever read about. When I read the end of the story, I cried. It was touching. I am ordering this book right now because my previous copy has been lost. I read this book at least once a year. I read it when I am troubled and don't know what to do. I just hink, what would Huma do? This book is second to none other than the Bible.
Rating: Summary: THE BEST BOOK I HAVE EVER READ Review: This is the absolute best book that I have ever read in my life. Kaz is the best character and I just order ""Kaz the Minotaur."
Rating: Summary: Huma Review: this book needs to be a movie, not like dragon heart, but a move like brave heart. All the details and every thing
Rating: Summary: Ultimately the BEST DragonLance story ever created!!!!!! Review: I actually started reading "The Legend Of Huma" back in 1996 or 1997, but it was only now that I managed to find this review page. For a long time now I have always wanted everyone to know how I feel for this book. It was the first DragonLance book I have ever read, and until this day it is still the best of them all. I have read this book so many times that I could recall every little detail that Richard has produced in his book. I am actually reading the book again now and I cannot let go of it. "The Legend Of Huma" is by far the best of the best. I loved the storyline, the characters, the way Richard detailed each situation that occurred, and especially loved the situations that Huma seemed to be constantly in. His relationship with Gwyneth made me cry at the end, as she had stuck with Huma all the way, even until her own death. His relationship with Kaz and Magius was the best, for how many knights would partner themselves with such company. The friends and company that he met along the way was thrown into the story very well. Company such as Bouron and Lord Guy Avondale and the gray man who helped him overcome the cursed Sword Of Tears. The betrayl of Rennard shocked me a little but it was a suspense waiting to happen. And finally his fated show down with Galan Dracos and his Mistress of Darkness, Takhisis. I want to let Richard A. Knaak know that his efforts of creating "The Legend Of Huma" will always be in my heart, and that I owe him alot for producing such a magnificent book. I have loved reading "The Legend Of Huma" and will forever keep on reading it. Sometimes when I read the book, I myself feel as though I am in the story and as Huma. This is defiantely the best book I have ever read in my whole life.
Rating: Summary: A very good book!!! Review: This novel was one of the first fantasy novels I have read. It was excellently written and the author did a good job a very good job. This DL novel got me started on the DL series and now I own over 15 books.
Rating: Summary: One of the best DL books I've ever read. Review: This was an awsome book. It was the first Dragonlance book I had ever read, and now I've read many more because I liked Legend of Huma so much. Knaak does an exellent job of describing a story which other authors only refer to. I loved this book and would recomend to all fantasy readers.
Rating: Summary: The wonderfully told and imaginative Tale of Huma Review: I have recently read the Legend Of Huma and thought it to be an exciting book filled with battles that in the way they were described, seemed as if they were simply happening as I read the words from the page. I enjoyed Humas' quest for the weapon that would decide the fate of Krynn. I think readers will enjoy this book and the story it has to tell.
Rating: Summary: A real eye opener, second only to Weis and Hickman. Review: This is great. I only read this because of the positive comments made by the other readers and I didn't know what to expect as this was the first time I read Knaak's work. But I was pleasantly surprised to find he did a super job with one of the most complex tales in Krynn history. I liked the way he characterised the three central figures; Huma, Magius and Kaz. I particularly enjoyed how Huma was very different to Sturm; in that he was far more open minded, had fewer prejudices and generally seemed to value his life a lot more. In many ways, Huma was more like Tanis. Knaak didn't waste any time (every chapter had a purpose), but neither did he rush the story to its end. He also gave new insights into the Knights of Solamnia. Despite our (DL followers!) pre-knowledge of the ending, there are several plot twists to make this a truly exciting, fast paced novel. My only criticism is that the author took certain liberties with Krynn's majestic dragons, who lets face it, make DL what it is. I despised the way dragons were being slayed so simply as if putting a hot knife through butter. But that's just one flaw in an otherwise perfect novel. In summary, if you are DL fan, this is a must read. If you've never read DL, you will appreciate this even more as you hopefully won't already know the outcome; in turn this will entice you to read more DL. As for me, I now can't wait to read Knaak's ensuing novel; Kaz, the Minotaur.
Rating: Summary: Krynn's Best Story Review: This book is the best dragonlance book in the saga. It tells the story of Huma and the third dragonwar. If you like honor, minitors, dragons, of knights this book is for you.
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