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The Soulforge

Dragonlance: Raistlin Chronicles, Book 1

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The Soulforge

By: Margaret Weis
Narrated by: Chris Sorensen
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A mage's soul is forged in the crucible of magic. Raistlin Majere is six years old when he is introduced to the archmage who enrolls him in a school for the study of magic. There the gifted and talented but tormented boy comes to see magic as his salvation. Mages in the magical Tower of High Sorcery watch him in secret, for they see shadows darkening over Raistlin even as the same shadows lengthen over all Ansalon.

Finally, Raistlin draws near his goal of becoming a wizard. But first he must take the drea Test in the Tower of High Sorcery. It will change his life forever - if he survives.

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Action & Adventure Dragons & Mythical Creatures Epic Epic Fantasy Fantasy Fiction Magic Users Wizardry

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great book!

I loved it! the most memorable moment was when he was taking the test!
The narrator did a great job.

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Love it

really enjoyed it. narrator did a good job. very good story that spans many books

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bewarethis book may lead tobuying the whole series

a superb story with intriguing characters. Beware, that this book may spark an interest in all thing Dragonlance. this, the first book in chronological order. Soulforge sets the stage for all that is to come, and it is magnificent.

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The Life of a Great Mage

This book is well worth the time and energy. It is extremely easy to get lost in the life story of Raistlin and loose all track of time.
You either love Raistlin and the Dragonlance saga...or you are wrong👍.

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amazing book!

One of my all time favorite books! Read very well! The reader used different voices for the different characters and it made it extremely easy to follow along. Worth every penny!

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A surprising find!

Would you consider the audio edition of The Soulforge to be better than the print version?

I wouldn't know, I only listened to the book. But the audio narration was expertly done. The voice of the narrator is a perfect fit.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Soulforge?

When the main character is given a test by his master. I loved the development of this character throughout the book. Even though it is a fantasy, the progress of the main character in learning magic is slow - almost like a realistic look. He has had to work hard for his knowledge, he doesn't just wake up one day and have power like so many other books.

Have you listened to any of Chris Sorensen’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I don't think I have.

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Fantastic adventure!

Tells the story of one of the best characters in the Dragonlance world. The narrator Chris Sorensen is FANTASTIC! I listened on my drive to college daily(35 mins one way) and never stopped listening.

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40 years later I read the back story

If you could sum up The Soulforge in three words, what would they be?

Great back story

Who was your favorite character and why?

Of course Rastlin

Which scene was your favorite?

Taking down the temple




Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When they were altogether at The Last Home. Took me back 40 years when first read a dragonlance novel.

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The story was well developed and the narration was spot on. If you love resonance you will love this backstory.

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So begins Raistlin the 1st really cool anti-hero!

Would you consider the audio edition of The Soulforge to be better than the print version?

Depends on your personal tastes

What did you like best about this story?

Raistlin

Have you listened to any of Chris Sorensen’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Better than most

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

To long for one sitting

Any additional comments?

A must for any fan of Dragonlance. This chronicles Raistlin's first steps into magic and his first steps to becoming the Black Wizard everyone fears.

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Great series.

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

This series has no weakness. Performance & story are good. 1st book has a nice bit of good humor too.

What other book might you compare The Soulforge to and why?

Lord Of The Rings. Botth have central magic themes & both don't over do the magic part. The story is what comes 1st.

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Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

When the theif character meets lots of his own kind, is real cute.

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