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Dragons of Autumn Twilight (Dragonlance Chronicles Book 1) by [Margaret Weis, Tracy Hickman]

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This Dungeons & Dragons-inspired fantasy adventure is the first installment in the beloved Dragonlance Chronicles

Once merely creatures of legend, the dragons have returned to Krynn. But with their arrival comes the departure of the old gods—and all healing magic. As war threatens to engulf the land, lifelong friends reunite for an adventure that will change their lives and shape their world forever . . .

When Tanis, Sturm, Caramon, Raistlin, Flint, and Tasslehoff see a woman use a blue crystal staff to heal a villager, they wonder if it's a sign the gods have not abandoned them after all. Fueled by this glimmer of hope, the Companions band together to uncover the truth behind the gods' absence—though they aren't the only ones with an interest in the staff. The Seekers want the artifact for their own ends, believing it will help them replace the gods and overtake the continent of Ansalon. Now, the Companions must assume the unlikely roles of heroes if they hope to prevent the staff from falling into the hands of darkness.

Dragons of Autumn Twilight is the first book in the Dragonlance Chronicles.

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Wizards of the Coast
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December 21, 2010
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About the Author

Margaret Weis began her collaboration with Tracy Hickman on the Dragonlance® series more than fifteen years ago. A decade and a half later she is the author of fifteen Dragonlance novels, the four-volume galactic fantasy Star of the Guardian, co-author with her husband Don Perrin of The Doom Brigade, Draconian Measures, Knights of the Black Earth, Robot Blues, Hung Out, and Brothers in Arms, and author of The Soulforge. She lives happily in a converted barn in southern Wisconsin with her husband and is currently working on a new series of novels for TOR. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Think of it as A New Hope for the world of Dragonlance: Sure, maybe it's a little rough around the edges, maybe it's got one cliché too many, but this baby is pure magic. The first volume in the Dragonlance Chronicles series, this classic from Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman started it all for Krynn, eventually spawning a bestselling 90-plus book series. (And, frankly, you'd do well to stick to the Weis-Hickman titles.) All the heroes that you've likely heard of already--the creepy, hourglass-eyed Raistlin, the noble half-elf Tanis, the comic relief Tasselhoff Burrfoot, the curmudgeonly dwarf Flint Fireforge--they're all here, starting the good fight against the Dark Queen Takhisis as the War of the Lance begins. Pick up Dragons of Winter Night when you're done. --Paul Hughes --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

ASIN : B004G606K8
Publisher : Wizards of the Coast; Reissue edition (December 21, 2010)
Publication date : December 21, 2010
Language : English
File size : 2735 KB
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Print length : 426 pages
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- #15 in Fantasy Anthologies & Short Stories (Kindle Store)
- #27 in Classic Fantasy eBooks
- #33 in Norse & Viking Myth & Legend

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Gurkhas

This book started a life long love of reading

Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2019

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I purchased the first edition when I was ten years old (yep time flies from the 80s). The cover of the book immediately captured my attention. Having finished the Lord of the Rings, I was looking for something new. Before I knew it, I was hooked and purchased every single Dragonlance book across multiple series. I have just purchased this again as a Xmas gift for my 10 year old son, who does not like Harry Potter or the other young adult fantasy books because having read the LOTR he finds them too childish, which is understandable. These novels are different in that they are a little more adult and less hokey in my opinion. Stick with the first six books, Dragon of Autumn Twilight, Dragons of Winter Night, Dragons of Spring Dawning for the main story, then move onto the Dragonlance Legends series Time of the Twins, War of the Twins, Test of the Twins an exceptional follow-up to the main story. The additional Dragonlance series books are hit or miss as is expected when you over expand a series, but you will be happily rewarded with the first six novels. I found myself invested in not only the main characters but also wanting to know so much more about the backgrounds of the less characters also. Can't speak highly enough about this series.

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Great Option for Readers Wanting More Fantasy After LOTR, Hobbit

Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2017

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When readers, especially younger ones, ask me what fantasy novels to read after going through “The Hobbit” and “Lord of the Rings” by Tolkien, I usually tell them to check out “The Dragonlance Chronicles” by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman. That trilogy starts off with “Dragons of Autumn Twilight,” a book I adored as a child and returned to three decades later.

There are problems to be sure. The writing is often clunky and, as the authors admit in their notes in the “Annotated Chronicles,” they fell into the traps associated with TSR producing a series of RP modules at the same time as the books, especially where “Autumn Twilight” was concerned. Characters often make strange decisions so the plot can flow and the humor goes from funny to forced in the blink of an eye. There are far too many heroes at the end of the book with almost 15 characters in the main party. Needless to say, some of the characters simply get lost (including one who was crucial at the start of the book and basically ignored by the end of it). Going through TOR’s reread of the books--which is worth looking at--I found myself nodding my head far too often as the reviewers pointed out the various problems.

But these problems pale in comparison to a fine book. Weis and Hickman do an amazing job at introducing the characters at the start of “Autumn Twilight” and do a fine job of guiding them through various adventures. The battles scenes are often excellent. Many of the heroes stand out as do some of the villains. Readers who enjoy fantasy novels should enjoy this book and exploring the lovingly crafted world of Krynn.

Sure, there are too many cliches. Yes, Weis and Hickman keep tripping over TSR’s modules. There are way too many characters fighting for attention toward the end of “Autumn Twilight.” These kind of problems would undermine most books. That doesn’t happen here thanks to a fun plot in constant motion and some strong and intriguing characters. Even after three decades, “Autumn Twilight” holds up very well. Highly recommended.

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Bobbie Biallas

2nd Time reading-Still just as good!

Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2018

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The first time I read this book was close to 30 years ago (ouch). Enough volumes have passed before my eyes and through my thoughts that there was much I’d forgotten. The best books are those you can read and then return back to, like an old friend, to visit again.

Weiss & Hickman have always been excellent storytellers that are vivid in their descriptions of surroundings as much as character development. I can imagine the smell of burning vallenwood as Ember, the red dragon, attacks. Fizban and Tasselhoff add much-needed brevity to the adventure. Raistlan, the mage, still gives me the creeps.

If you’ve ever played Dungeons and Dragons (or even its video grandchildren: Legend of Zelda, Skyrim, or Baldur’s Gate), reading these books is like starting out on a new game or campaign. As always with me, no spoilers! Basically this is a classic epic fantasy of companions on a quest to save the land they love. They will battle hobgoblins, ghosts, zombies, and dragons on the journey. You’ll laugh, you may cry, but you won’t want to put it down.

That’s all the hints you’ll get from me. Open the cover for yourself and make the journey to the magical world of Krynn.

27 people found this helpful

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Jeff Scott

Better off reading Gardens of the Moon

Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2019

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The characters have no depth. He’s a grumpy dwarf with heart ‘o gold, she’s a fair maiden, he’s a noble but troubled knight. Bah! There are way too many holes in the plot. You just have to accept some ridiculous scenarios. They just happen. I tend to prefer grey characters, not black and white good and evil. Good guys that sometimes have to do bad things and bad guys that do good things. I couldn’t finish it. I guess modern fantasy is more my style. More gritty, more real.

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KlassyKitty

This book is worth reading twice.

Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2018

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I read this book back in 1986, and i never forgot it. I was sitting one day and it randomly crossed my mind, I decided to test myself and write a list of all of the ,main characters from memory. I only lost Tika "Waylan's" and Kitiara "Uth Matar's" last name to 30 years of time. The Dragonlance Chronicles will be held to my heart as something I have loved since I read the first sentence. So I bought the DragonLance Chronicles in the Kindle format.

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S. Dekker

Nice D&D adventure

Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2019

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It’s been a while when I read a Dungeon & Dragon based novel. In the beginning there were the TSR books, followed by stand-alone D&D alike novels and D&D influenced series like Thieves World.

This novel grabs the atmosphere of D&D games with a decent storyline. Starting with gathering a party it takes a while before the real action starts. In the meantime the discussions between party members are very recognizable to those who play the kitchen table game. Maybe too much for some readers who like fast action. But action awaits in the 2nd half of the book and the end has a promise for more!

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Aimee Saig

I am not one to write bad reviews, but the narration ruins everything. It is a shame really!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 9, 2019

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Terrible reading! Never heard a reading this bad! I love these books so much, but this man who reads it ruins everything! I'd better off having it read by a robot, even a robot would do a better job of it! He emphasise in the weirdest places, pauses in the most inappropriate times, he seems unfamiliar with the text, the context and everything in general and it makes the great story soundblike a dumb, dilettante jumble of words because of it! I am deeply disappointed and annoyed. Can't even understand how could this reading be paired up with the books, when it is clearly the poorest quality possible! I wish I had listened to the sample before I bought all 4 of the books with narration. I wish I could get back my money for it! Shameful job!

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Pieter

A fantasy classic from my childhood

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 16, 2018

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I had a paperback copy of this when I was a child so I downloaded the e-version to my Kindle. The story came flooding back and all the excitement that I felt as a little boy was still there. I love the characters in this book and it's a wonderful introduction to the world of Krynn for those who wish to explore and read further.

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griff1974

(Still) Brilliant!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 27, 2014

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Like many of the other reviewers, this book was my teenage introduction to fantasy and as such will always be a five star. Having read it again for the first time in over twenty years I can still say it creates that feeling of amazement and enjoyment. But how would I review it if I didn't have that history?

The story does have holes in, and often depth is sacrificed for pace, but it's unapologetic while doing it. Modern fantasy has become epic of scope, with complexity, detail, intrigue, blood, and sex, which is great for those who have grown with the genre over the years. The beauty of Dragonlance (and Forgotten Realms) was that the back-story came later and could be indulged in as much or as little as desired. It's also aimed at those who first grappled with goblins and took the persona of a dwarf through D&D or Fighting Fantasy, which gives it almost instant accessibility.

In many ways the Dragonlance world grew with its readers and players and was a reflection of them as well as it's creators/authors, and so we all feel an attachment to it. It's not perfect but it is the book that provided me (and seemingly other reviewers) with that 'Wow!' moment that created a lifelong fantasy fan.

16 people found this helpful

Amazon Customer

This book is now outdated: it was ok only in the 80s

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 10, 2021

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The first time a read this book I was about 12 years old and I liked it. I decided to get an e-version and re-read this classic. It was a mistake. Now that I am a grown-up I realise how badly this book is actually written. The plot is flat, the dialogues are cringing and the characters are just the worst stereotypes you can find in a fantasy book. The female characters are actually a bit insulting for any woman reading the book and the male characters aren't any better. There are much better fantasy books out there.

Paul Medhurst

Awesome. Highly recommend

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 11, 2020

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Read this series when I was an early teen and feeling nostalgic purchased it again on kindle this time as a number of decades have pasted and kindle wasn’t a thing back then.
Very enjoyable to read, its characters are well flesh out and relatable. Not as epic as say lord of the rings it still delivers and you can easily while away many hours reading this. If you like D&D this story is for you. Love, danger, epic battles, sacrifice, magic it’s got it all.

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