Dragons Of Spring Dawning by Margaret Weis, Tracy Hickman

In this thrilling conclusion to a fantasy trilogy, the world of Krynn is on the brink of total darkness as the evil goddess Takhisis and her army threaten to conquer the land. Our heroes, a diverse group of companions bound by fate, must navigate treacherous politics, ancient prophecies, and their own doubts and fears to find the legendary Dragon Orbs and Dragonlances, the only weapons capable of defeating the dark forces. As they journey through war-torn landscapes and face betrayals and losses, their bonds of friendship and love are tested. Ultimately, they must confront the very essence of evil to save their world from eternal darkness, learning that courage, sacrifice, and faith are their greatest weapons.

The 9766th greatest book of all time

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Total Points: 27

Since this book was first published in 1985, there is a penalty of 17.6%. The age adjusted score is 22.25.

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