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jasmyn9's review against another edition
4.0
In the second book of the DragonLance Chronicles, the companions continue on their mission to find out what has brought the evil dragons back, and try to bring the world's races together. This is proving harder than anticipated because of centuries old prejudices and hatreds that have festered causing rifts in any defenses that may have been put together.
As the evil dragon army advances across the face of Krynn, the companions are forced to split up. The author does a very good job of staying with both groups without splitting the story too much. Unusual heroes emerge making and acting on hard decisions that many would never be able to make. The companions continue to grow and develop in unique and often fascinating ways.
We are left with quite a cliff hanger that drives the reader into the next book as if this one had never ended
As the evil dragon army advances across the face of Krynn, the companions are forced to split up. The author does a very good job of staying with both groups without splitting the story too much. Unusual heroes emerge making and acting on hard decisions that many would never be able to make. The companions continue to grow and develop in unique and often fascinating ways.
We are left with quite a cliff hanger that drives the reader into the next book as if this one had never ended
craftingrama's review against another edition
4.0
I love the series and its really enjoyable, unfortunately the narrator doesn't include chapters so it gets confusing a lot of times.
moonlit_shelves's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
sjaelefred's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
osboma's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
ghostmuppet's review against another edition
3.0
I have read this book a number of times in the past (when it was first released, and again a few years after that). This is the first time in a while, and certainly since i have started reading/listening to a LOT more books.
The basic story is still good, and this series will always have a special place in my heart...but this book is not the same as i remember. There are some issues with the storytelling, and it really does feel like a D&D campaign in story form.
May be i am more critical of the books i read now, and have higher expectations. Regardless, i think the rating of 3 stars meets todays standards in my ratings.
The basic story is still good, and this series will always have a special place in my heart...but this book is not the same as i remember. There are some issues with the storytelling, and it really does feel like a D&D campaign in story form.
May be i am more critical of the books i read now, and have higher expectations. Regardless, i think the rating of 3 stars meets todays standards in my ratings.
ubercoat's review against another edition
4.0
Ahh, that's more like it. After the painfully awkward start of Autumn Twilight, Dragons of Winter Night represents a major improvement for Weis and Hickman. The book is darker (and therefore better, in my opinion), and the characters considerably better developed - at least the major characters. More and cooler dragons doesn't hurt, either.
sweekune's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
4/5
Following on from the events of Dragons of Autumn Twilight, Tanis and his band of friends find themselves facing new challenges. Split up during a dragon attack, the companions have to figure out how to survive against the odds in an increasingly dangerous odds.
- As with the first book, Dragons of Winter Night is very much D&D inspired. The events and twists could easily be stories from a home game but they are told really well and kept my attention from beginning to end.
- One of my favourite parts of the book is the story arc of a particular character. Without going into spoiler territory, I was so engaged and impressed with how this character dealt with challenges to their world view and how they continued to uphold their values despite much opposition. The character arc was also finished beautifully and made me quite emotional.
A worthy second entry in this trilogy and series. I'm looking forward to seeing the conclusion of this story in Dragons of Spring Dawning.
Following on from the events of Dragons of Autumn Twilight, Tanis and his band of friends find themselves facing new challenges. Split up during a dragon attack, the companions have to figure out how to survive against the odds in an increasingly dangerous odds.
- As with the first book, Dragons of Winter Night is very much D&D inspired. The events and twists could easily be stories from a home game but they are told really well and kept my attention from beginning to end.
- One of my favourite parts of the book is the story arc of a particular character. Without going into spoiler territory, I was so engaged and impressed with how this character dealt with challenges to their world view and how they continued to uphold their values despite much opposition. The character arc was also finished beautifully and made me quite emotional.
A worthy second entry in this trilogy and series. I'm looking forward to seeing the conclusion of this story in Dragons of Spring Dawning.
charlesrevello's review against another edition
adventurous
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5