The Second Generation
by Margaret Weis (Author), Tracy Hickman (Author)
Dragonlance: The Second Generation (1), DragonLance Lost Chronicles, Dragonlance - chronological {shared universe} ((Second Generation 1) 378 AC)
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Years have passed since the end of the War of the Lance. The people of Ansalon have rebuilt their lives, their houses, their families. The Companions of the Lance, too, have returned to their homes, raising children and putting the days of their heroic deeds behind them.But peace on Krynn comes at a price. The forces of darkness are ever vigilant, searching for ways to erode the balance of power and take control. When subtle changes begin to permeate the fragile peace, new lives are drawn show more into the web of fate woven around all the races. The time has come to pass the sword -- or the staff -- to the children of the Lance.
They are the Second Generation.
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This is actually a collection of short stories about the children of some of the Heroes of the Lance stories noted earlier. There are two about Caramon's three sons, two warriors who join the Solamnic Knights and their youngest brother Palin, an apprentice White mage. There is another about the legend of Raistlin's Daughter and also one about Tanis' sickly boy when he grows up. Being 1/4 human and 3/4 elf must be awkward no matter what happens. I enjoyed these short stories, but to someone who hasn't read the stories of the parents, they might seem a bit shallow or at least the reader might miss some nuances of character.
A somewhat sombre and weaker entry in the dragonlance series. This could have been better, and the continuance of the Dragonlance characters into their sons and daughters, should really have been a celebration about all that was constructive about the world and the characters, however this feels more of a misfire in places. Not as gripping as its predecessors, it’s still worth a read.
A compilation of short stories about the 2nd generation. The children of the companions. I enjoyed the stories. I would love to read more about these characters. And will likely have the chance.
The Second Generation, as it says, about the children of the Heroes of the Lance: Caramon's three sons, Raistlin's daughter, Kitiara's and Sturm's son, and Tanis's and Laurana's son, Gilthas. The stories about Caramon's sons and Raistlin's can be read in the three first Tales novels, one in each novel since The Second Generation contains 5 stories: those 3 2 new ones. New being about Kitiara and Sturm's kid, and about Tanis's and Laurana's kid.
The story about Kitiara and Sturm going on a hike together can be read in Darkness And Light (Preludes series). So this short story is a sort of update, follow-up, fill in the blanks. Steel Brightblade apparently favours the dark side, but Sara (friend of Kitiara, who didn't really want the child, show more or rather not raise it) wants him to choose good. So Caramon and Tanis are persuaded to go on that trip of trying to convince Steel to do like his father, whom he never has known and is warned against it by Lord Ariakan. Anyway, adventure assured, even both Heroes' reputation is ruined by that at the Tower Of High Sorcery. Which makes me wonder: why couldn't Tanis just explain why they brought Steel to the tomb, to see his father's body? It's all about secrecy, so obviously the Solamnic knights will defend it at all costs. So, yeah, good story, but nothing outstanding, sadly enough.
The story about Gilthas, Tanis's and Laurana's boy, is a bit better, it's easier to feel with Tanis, with Gilthas, what they're going through, how they feel. Gilthas gets lured into the trap of being chosen as new Speaker Of The Sun, but Porthios (Laurana's brother and current Speaker Of The Sun) and his wife/queen Alhana Starbreeze are held prisoner by senator Rahas, who doesn't know he is being misled by dark forces. Tanis and Dalamar meet again, go out to rescue Gilthas from Rahas's clutches, but they fail. Yes, sorry. On the other hand, Caramon said: we raise our children to leave us. Or, preparing them to take care of themselves. Gilthas had to take the vow, else Alhana would have been killed. But he didn't know that that was prevented. By then, it was too late to crawl back. At least Tanis had the chance to make amends with his son, and so any quarrels they had were gone with that last goodbye. But perhaps they'll meet again in Dragons Of Summer Flame, which I'm to read next.
Long story short: a nice compilation of short stories about the Heroes' children. Nothing super, but it was nice nevertheless. show less
The story about Kitiara and Sturm going on a hike together can be read in Darkness And Light (Preludes series). So this short story is a sort of update, follow-up, fill in the blanks. Steel Brightblade apparently favours the dark side, but Sara (friend of Kitiara, who didn't really want the child, show more or rather not raise it) wants him to choose good. So Caramon and Tanis are persuaded to go on that trip of trying to convince Steel to do like his father, whom he never has known and is warned against it by Lord Ariakan. Anyway, adventure assured, even both Heroes' reputation is ruined by that at the Tower Of High Sorcery. Which makes me wonder: why couldn't Tanis just explain why they brought Steel to the tomb, to see his father's body? It's all about secrecy, so obviously the Solamnic knights will defend it at all costs. So, yeah, good story, but nothing outstanding, sadly enough.
The story about Gilthas, Tanis's and Laurana's boy, is a bit better, it's easier to feel with Tanis, with Gilthas, what they're going through, how they feel. Gilthas gets lured into the trap of being chosen as new Speaker Of The Sun, but Porthios (Laurana's brother and current Speaker Of The Sun) and his wife/queen Alhana Starbreeze are held prisoner by senator Rahas, who doesn't know he is being misled by dark forces. Tanis and Dalamar meet again, go out to rescue Gilthas from Rahas's clutches, but they fail. Yes, sorry. On the other hand, Caramon said: we raise our children to leave us. Or, preparing them to take care of themselves. Gilthas had to take the vow, else Alhana would have been killed. But he didn't know that that was prevented. By then, it was too late to crawl back. At least Tanis had the chance to make amends with his son, and so any quarrels they had were gone with that last goodbye. But perhaps they'll meet again in Dragons Of Summer Flame, which I'm to read next.
Long story short: a nice compilation of short stories about the Heroes' children. Nothing super, but it was nice nevertheless. show less
The Second Generation serves the distinct purpose of setting the scene for the fourth Dragons book. It slots in neatly after the epic and highly accomplished War of the Lance series from Weis and Hickman. Each of the five stories is standalone and in each episode the sons and daughters of the original heroes are explored and given an opportunity to taste adventure. The stories don't capture the magic of the full books from Weis and Hickman, but hint at the flavour they contained. As such, Second Generation might be a disappointment to those expecting anything epic, since these tales are not designed to be so in any way. They serve as stepping stones which add some interesting back-story but little more. Definitely for fans, not a book show more to read otherwise. show less
This book is made up of five separate stories instead of the classic epic spanning a trilogy. It's non-essential for someone simply looking to continue with the story, but it fills in the exceptionally large gap between Test of the Twins and Dragons of Summer Flame. Each story focuses on the children of the Heroes of the Lance. They serve as little introductions to the new characters who take over the spotlight from their parents in the following books and fill in some backstory which some might consider essential to the full effect of the rest of the series.
I do have to say that at least one of these stories is misleading, because it's technically not true and you don't find that out until at least the next book or two. I only mention show more this because my boyfriend was reading it and was led astray by the story, so he decided to bother me with questions until he sorted it out. show less
I do have to say that at least one of these stories is misleading, because it's technically not true and you don't find that out until at least the next book or two. I only mention show more this because my boyfriend was reading it and was led astray by the story, so he decided to bother me with questions until he sorted it out. show less
Not as good as the Twins series, but still enjoyable. I like the new characters, though I do miss the old ones.
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Margaret Weis was born on March 16, 1948 in Independence, Missouri. She graduated from the University of Missouri in 1970. She worked for Herald Publishing House, starting as a proofreader and leaving as the editorial director of their trade press division. In 1983, she went to work for TSR, Inc., the company responsible for numerous role-playing show more games including Dungeons and Dragons. At TSR, she was part of the design team responsible for the creation of the DragonLance saga, which lead to the DragonLance fantasy series of books. She collaborated with Tracy Hickman to write many of the books. She is also the author of the Star of the Guardian series, the Death Gate Cycle, and the Darksword Trilogy. In addition to writing, she is the owner and president of Mag Force 7, which produces collectible trading card games. (Bowker Author Biography) show less
Tracy Hickman was born on November 26, 1955 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He entered the Missionary Home in Salt Lake City in 1975. From there, he was sent to Hawaii for language training for his eventual trip to Singapore. He was stationed in Hawaii and taught at the Mission House while waiting for his visa to come in. He preached the Mormon way of show more life in Indonesia for a year and a half. He was honorably released in 1977, and held a series of odd jobs after returning to the states including glass worker, television assistant director, and drill press operator in a genealogy center. In 1981, he approached by TSR about buying two of his gaming modules. He was hired by the company instead and began working with Margaret Weis. They wrote the DragonLance Chronicles together as well as over 40 books. He wrote two solo novels Requiem of Stars and The Immortals. (Bowker Author Biography) show less
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- The Second Generation
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- 1994-02 (1st printing) (1st printing); 1995-05 (1st paperback edition) (1st paperback edition)
- Dedication
- To everyone who wanted more.
- First words
- It is always the map of believing, / the white landscape / and the shrouded farms.
Prologue
A long time ago, a couple of doorknobs named Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman decided to leave their homes on Krynn and go out adventuring.
Foreword
At the edge of the world / the juggler wanders / sightless and pathless / trusting the venerable / breadth of his juggler's hands.
I
It was autumn on Ansalon, autumn in Solace.
Kitiara's Son
Caramon stood in a vast chamber carved of obsidian.
The Legacy
"A fine mage you are," muttered Tanin, standing on the dock, watching the ship sail away.
"Wanna Bet?" - Forward (Or Afterword, As the Case May Be)
"Adventures always start in such places as this," said Tanin, regarding the inn with a satisfied air.
"Wanna Bet?" - Chapter One - Dougan Redhammer
I first heard the legends of Raistlin's Daughter about five years after my twin's death.
Raistlin's Daughter
The last ringing echoes of the chimes, hanging in the clock tower of the Temple of Paladine, were punctuated by the sounds of shutters closing, doors slamming shut, keys turning in locks, and the shrill protest of disappointe... (show all)d kender, who had been discovered poking about among the shelves and were now being tossed into the streets.
The Sacrifice
Tales of Huma, the ancient and almost mythical heroic knight of Solamnia, have inspired many performance pieces over the centuries.
Appendix - Song of Huma - Last words
- (Click to show. Warning: May contain spoilers.)“Let’s go,” he said.
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