Dragonheart

The torch has been passed and burns more brightly than ever in this latest chapter of the venerable Pern saga, the first of what one hopes will be many solo efforts by the son of series creator Anne McCaffrey. . . . This stand-alone tale fits beautifully into the existing history and style of earlier books while still breaking new ground. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review Todd McCaffrey does something I didn't think anyone could do: he writes Anne McCaffrey's Pern. . . . This is Pern, in the hands of a new master-grade harper, carefully trained in the old traditions, but scoring his own ballads. May the saga continue! --David Weber, author of By Schism Rent Asunder A dramatic, thoroughly captivating tale, steeped in the lore and well-drawn characterizations of the people and the dragons for which the Pern novels are prized. Fans old and new will be delighted. -- Booklist Todd McCaffrey has inherited his mother's storytelling ability. His dragons and fire-lizards, his harpers in Harper's Hall, carry on the great traditions-and add much to them. Huzzah, Todd! You have learned wisdom indeed. --Jane Yolen, author of Briar Rose Highly recommended . . . strong storytelling and fully developed human and dragon characters. -- Library Journal, starred review [A] compelling read. -- SF Crowsnest Todd McCaffrey has hit his stride with Dragonheart, giving fans an entertaining continuation of the hugely popular saga. --BookLoons