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The Masterharper of Pern by Anne McCaffrey

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Summary

In a time when no Thread has fallen for centuries - when, indeed, many are beginning to dare to hope that Thread will never fall again - a boy is born to Harper Hall. His name is Robinton, and he is destined to be one of the most famous and beloved leaders Pern has ever known. It is a perilous time for harpers. They sing of Thread, yet more and more people are beginning to doubt the return of that deadly scourge. They teach reading, writing, history, but Fax - who hates the harpers in general - is determined to keep his growing area of influence free of the learning that might sow unrest. And they extol the dragonriders, whom many view increasingly as a drain on the resources of the Holds. Now harpers are being turned away from the holds; and, worse yet, they are being derided, attacked, even beaten. It is the climate of unrest that Robinton will come into his own. For despite the tragedies that beset his own life, he continues to believe in music and in the dragons, and is determined to save his beloved Pern from itself . . .so that the dragonriders can be ready to fly against the dreaded Thread when it at last returns!

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  • I can't believe I missed out on reading this book. The story of Harper Robinton really fills in a lot of gaps in the Pern story. Back in the early 90's, my family and I had the honor of having tea with Ann McCaffery in Ireland. She was such a charming hostess. We chatted about various things, and she even shared stories about her brother who served in the military around the same time as my husband. My daughter was overjoyed because I had read Dragon Singer to her just a year before our visit. I thought I had read all of Ann's books, but then I stumbled upon this gem and treated myself to it for my 75th birthday. Trust me, it's a must-read! 😍
  • The voices were absolutely terrible, showing a complete lack of comprehension of the material being narrated. It honestly made me question if this was a legit performance of the book.
  • Have you ever been curious about the journey of Master Robinton, and how he became the esteemed Master Harper of Pern? Have you ever wondered about his upbringing, his parents, or why he remains unattached? Well, wonder no more, because all the answers can be found in this captivating audiobook. From his very birth to the beginning of Dragon Flight, Ann McCaffrey skillfully unveils the story of the Master Harper of Pern, delving into his profound connections with those he loves and who love him in return. Dick Hill's narration is truly remarkable, although some may find the falsettos a bit rough, it's still a worthwhile listen.
  • Out of all the stories from Anne about Pern, this has always been one of my top picks. The way it was narrated really enhanced the important and deserving parts. I know for sure I'll be giving it multiple listens.
  • I've previously read many of the original Pern books, but I recently decided to revisit the series, starting from the beginning and exploring the origins of Pern. To my surprise, I discovered that "The Masterharper of Pern" was one of the novels I hadn't read before. I'm really glad I went back and read this one because it tells the captivating origins story of Masterharper Robinton, who is a central character in the original Pern series. It turned out to be one of McCaffery's best novels from that time period, focusing on Robinton's origins. If you're a fan of the Pern series, I highly recommend giving this book a read. Unlike the politically correct ideology found in the novels written or co-written by McCaffery's son, this book sticks to the original ideas and provides a refreshing perspective on the dragon folk. In fact, it surpasses even "The White Dragon" as one of the best novels about Masterharper Robinton. It's definitely a must-read if you're looking to delve into that specific time in the Pern series.
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