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Summary: Time of the twins
Review: CAUTION! If you have not read the Chronicles (Dragons of; autumn twighlight, winter night, and spring dawning) but want to, my review tell some things one might not want to know.
This takes place (at the starting) about two years after the War of the Lance.
This is about the Majere twins, Raistlin the wizard, and Caramon the fighter. After the War of the Lance (dragons of; autumn twilight, winter night, and spring dawning), Raistlin started wearing the black robes. His brother isn't to pleased with that, but his love for his brother is strong. Now Raistlin lives in a tower of High Sorcery, he became the 'master of past and present' - the requirement to enter the tower, and even the grove around it. Raistlin was always one of my favorite characters, even though he is not very nice. I think what I most like about him, is that he is evil, but he doesn't work with the evil side.
Anyway, Caramon is now married to Tika, and they live in Solace. But Caramon has sort of fallen into depression, and isnt... himself. He has become, for the most part, a drunk - which is terribly unlike him.
As for the other hero?s of the lance; Goldmoon and Riverwind (the plainsmen) have three children and live happily. Tanis (half-elven) and Loranna (the elf) are married. Tasseloff (the kender) is still wandering. Flint, the dwarf, died in Dragons of Spring Dawning, and it is believed he is happy, sitting under a tree. Kitiara (does she count as a hero of the lance?) is still a dragon Highlord. Sturm died as well, during the war.
Tanis arrives at the Inn of the Last Home with Crysania, a cleric of Paladine. She is going to the tower of high sorcery to see Raistlin. Tanis was supposed to take her there, but he needs to go to Qualinesti for the funeral of the Speaker of Suns. So Crysania goes on her own. Tika then sends Caramon after her, and with him goes Tasseloff, and the gully dwarf Bopo.
When they arrive at the tower, they find out what Raistlin is after, and Caramon and Crysania are sent by Par-Salin back in time (Raistlin has already gone) to right before the Cataclysm. Tasseloff stays. Or - he was supposed to. You see, kender are one of the races that were not supposed to be, so it was thought that if one was to go back in time, they could change the past. Will he?
All in all, I like this book (one might guess - I rated it 5 stars). It's a bit dark, but Tasseloff (like always) brightens it up a little, and made me laugh a few times.
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Summary: There are only 7 dragonlance books that matter, this is one.
Review: For all those who have ever read, or are planning to read Dragonlance, I have some insight to share. All of the books are enjoyable, but there are only 7 that matter... the 4 Chronicles (especially the first 3), and the 3 legends books. This book 1 the first of the latter series, and is truly enjoyable. Not as much action as the chronicles, but for true dragonlance fans that doesn't matter. The subject matter is different, and equally as compelling, but on a more personal and spiritual level. This book deals with arguably the most famous dragonlance character, Raistlin, and his brother Caramon. It is the single-most important and compelling relationship in the Dragonlance saga, and for that reason alone, this book is a must read. Plus it is a hell of a book, and it tells the story of the culmination of Raistlin's power and ambition which, behind the war of the lance, is the most thrilling topic in the world of Dragonlance.
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Summary: History in the making!
Review: Well this was a very interestig read. Having finished the Chronicles Trilogy this book Time of the Twins drops you into some back history of two or even three of your favorite characters: Cameron, Raistland, and that stealing future changing kender, Tas!
Very interesting and worth the time and money...well though out.
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Summary: Better than Chronicles
Review: This is an excellent series, and was definitely better than the Dragonlance Chronicles trilogy for the simple reason that there are fewer characters to keep track of. The only portions that I didn't like was the transition from the beginning to the middle of the story, when Caramon suddenly transforms into a warrior again from a drunkard by becoming a gladiator, and when Caramon and Raistlin become the leaders of Fistandantilus's army. Too much time passes in both of these instances without any explanation, especially with the Army of Fistandantilus, and even though I knew that Caramon commanded a great army, it just didn't feel like there's anyone else there but Caramon, Raistlin, and Crysania.The last Legends book is the best, and has one of the best endings I've ever seen. But before even starting this series, read through Chronicles first, or at least the first Chronicles book, because otherwise you won't give a d@mn about the characters in this trilogy.
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Summary: a little slow in the middle, but good
Review: Time of the Twins is the first book in the dragolance trilogy legends. It takes place two years after the war of the lance; the races in the land are coming to peace and the dragon armies are scattered, but this book really isn't about that, it's about Raistlin and Caramon, the twins who are nothing alike. There is also Tasslehoff and a new face Crysania, revered daughter of Paladine. Time of the twins, starts off rather slow and tons of information is tossed out, information which is pretty important in the story. Time of the twins is less action-adventure and more dramatic than that of the chronicles, which I enjoy way more, Time of the Twins that is. This book is also way better than anything the chronicles came out with. It's more mature, theres more character development (largely due to the fact that there are only 4 main characters instead of 8 or 9), and the actually characters are more fun to read about, than that of the chronicles. But there are some things which I didn't like, as a matter of fact, I thought were absolutly ridiculous. Such as the direction the of story, After they all went back in time, it felt like it was to slow and pointless. The whole Caramon attracted to the gladiator girl was pointless, pretty much the whole thing with Caramon in the gladiator school was pointless, other than him getting pumped up. I think the only reason why this part was in the book is because Weis and hickman needed to throw some action into this adventure or they had to have some one get captured, it's their trademark. Whatever reason was, the part was to long and nothing really can out of it, which made the book drag. All in all this book was pretty good, Raistlin was cool, caramon was very interesting, in the beginning....and the end, I guess. If you have read the chronicles already and like them, this is the next book, so have-at-it.
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Summary: Time of The Twins
Review: With an impressing vocabulary and storyline,this book captures readers of all ages. Readit and see
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Summary: The Saga Continues.
Review: The War of the Lance is over, the world once again at peace. Goldmoon and Riverwind fade into history, happily married, and Tanis and Laurana are firmly together in spite of Kitiara's shadow. Caramon, however, cannot get over Raistlin's decision and is slowly destroying both himself and his marriage to Tika. Having hit rock bottom, he finds a glimmer of hope when Tasslehoff, more or less recovered from his terrible grief over Flint's death, arrives with Lady Crysania - a Cleric of Paladine who has met with Raistlin and has a plan to save the Mage's soul. Caramon sets out with Crysania, Tas, and a secret weapon, but is forced to turn to Par Salian - the mage who conducted Raistlin's test so long ago - for help due to unforseen events. He must travel back in time to find help for a wounded Crysania and perhaps stop the evil mage Fistandantilus from ever possessing Raistlin during his test - a simple enough task for the powerful Par Salian, as long as a member of the magical races - Dwarves, Gnomes and Kender - is not involved, as they can alter time should they travel through it. One guess who follows him in a fit of curiosity (and to be fair, genuine concern)... The deed and possible damage done, Caramon races to find either Raistlin or Fistandantilus - or both - without knowing if Tasslehoff's presence has effected a positive or negative change. This is quite a change from the Chronicles, much more intimate in scope and more about the relationships between a handful of people. Some readers will be shocked at the state Caramon's in as the story begins, but it's not really surprising when you take a moment to consider everything you know about the twin's relationship up to this point. Watching him pull himself back together is quite interesting. We also see what the taking of the Black Robes really means for Raistlin, as we start to unravel his intentions towards his brother and Crysania - as well as a now dangerous Tasslehoff. The real pleasant surprise to me, however, was Tas - ironically now the oblivious and innocent major threat to Raistlin's plans (an inspired twist that will obviously have major implications). I was curious as to where the writers could go with him without Flint, but there turned out to be no need for worry. His relationship with Caramon in this entry borders on downright fascinating as, from lack of any alternative, he acts as his friend's protector, sole emotional support, tough-love dispenser, sounding board and conscience. All this - and it ends with a cliffhanger that left those of us who brought it when it was first released reeling in shock as War of the Twins wasn't released until a few months later. Bottom line - anyone who liked Chronicles won't want to miss Legends either.
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Summary: LIKE ALL DRAGONLANCE: GREAT!!!
Review: This is an excellent dragonlance book which starts off a 3 part series which is the second half of the original 6 (ie: chronicles and legends) if u are a new reader to dragonlance or old u will lover this book (although if u are an old reader to dragonlance i would expect you have already read this) this book explains alot about raistlin (my favorite character) and is while being adventurous and having errr some passion at the same time has humour such as bupu (if u have read chronicles i have no doubt you remember her)
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Summary: Time of the Twins - An intriguing beginning!
Review: This, the first volume of the Legends trilogy is as stated above, quite intriguing. Where the Chronicles trilogy propelled the reader through fast paced action and a multitude of characters, Legends enthralls you with captivating intrigue and suspense. The beginning has a few of the "Heroes of the Lance," in the early stages of the book as part of the setup, but then sets off on its own with its primary characters; Raistlin, Caramon and Tasslehoff. We are also introduced to a "Revered Daughter of Paladine" in Crysania. High praises once again for Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman who with this trilogy, prove that they are not limited to stunning action. One almost questions themselves as to whether the authors were planning this trilogy when writing Chronicles or capitalized on several things they set up in Chronicles. In either case, they did it perfectly. The Wizards of the Coast new cover art is quite beautiful as well, even much more so than the original covers. The premise: It is now two years after the "end" of the War of the Lance. At the end of Dragons of Spring Dawning, Raistlin went to Palanthas and as the master of past and present he dared the Shoikan grove without fear to enter the Tower of High Sorcery which no one had entered since before the Cataclysm due a curse laid upon it by a black robed mage. Raistlin has now had two years in the tower to study and become even more powerful than he was at the end of the Chronicles. He's also been devising his plan for the future... At the end of the war, Caramon and Tika returned to Solace to be married. Unfortunately for Caramon though, he's fallen on hard times. Crysania "Revered Daughter of Paladine," has some plans of her own as she met with Raistlin and these two begin making their own plans of each other. The lovable Kender, Tasslehoff Burrfoot gets deeply into the story with humorous antics as well. Combine these characters and small points of the plot and what we have is another outstanding book written by these authors that will compel you to hurriedly pick up the second book of the series, especially with the highly dramatic ending. I would highly recommend this trilogy, even if you've not read the Chronicles, but it would be good that you do so. {ssintrepid}
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Summary: its quality
Review: you'll like it if you liked the chronicles, but even if you haven't read dragonlance before its not hard to pick up and read. anyone can read this book and love it.
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