Dragons of Autumn Twilight

"Dragons of Autumn Twilight" is the first book in the Dragonlance Chronicles series, co-authored by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman. Set in the fantasy world of Krynn, the story follows a group of adventurers who reunite after five years apart to face a growing evil threatening their land. The protagonists include Tanis Half-Elven, the noble warrior Sturm Brightblade, the twin brothers Caramon and Raistlin Majere, the irrepressible kender Tasslehoff Burrfoot, and others.

Together, they discover that dark forces are seeking powerful ancient artifacts known as Dragon Orbs and the legendary Dragonlances to summon fearsome dragons back into the world. As they embark on a quest to stop the spread of darkness, they must battle both enemies from without and personal demons from within. The book blends epic fantasy adventure, magic, and camaraderie, setting the stage for an expansive saga of heroism and conflict in the face of overwhelming odds.