Student Recommendations for

Anne McCaffrey

Dragonsong

I loved this book.  This was a very well written fantasy novel about a teenager growing up in the magical land of Pern, and about her fire lizards.  Katherine D.
Rating: *****

I liked this book because it is about a girl who is not supported by her family to be a singing Harper because she was thought a disgrace because being a Harper is only for men and forbidden for girls.  It tells a story of her leaving her home to be independent and maybe Harper.  Anne M.
Rating: ****

I really enjoyed this book and if you enjoy fantasy you will also.  Kaylin T.
Rating: ***1/2


Dragonsinger

It was a wonderful sequel to Dragonsong.  I liked all the characters, especially the dragons, Menolly and Sebell.  The various Masters were interesting too!  Katherine D.
Rating: *****

Menolly is at Harper Hall now and it takes some getting used to but Menolly gets a little help from her friend Piemur.  I liked this book and it's a good follow-up to Dragonsong.


Dragondrums

This book wasn't as good as the other two in the series, but I still enjoyed it.  Piemur was a great character, with a lot of feelings and talents.  He is one of the best characters in all of the Pern books.  Katherine D.
Rating: ****

The book keeps you excited because Piemur is always getting in trouble and tries to find a clever way to get out of trouble.  Menolly and Sebell keep you interested with their adventures together.  Anne M.
Rating: ****


Dragonflight

I liked this book a lot.  I liked how it was in the future, but it sounded more like a fairy tale.  I'd recommend it to anyone who likes fantasy and a bit of sci-fi.  Sarah A.
Rating: ****

This is a perfect book for those who read science fiction.  It has many distinct characters, and each character has his or her own personality, making it easier for the reader to identify them.  It begins slow, and not until about halfway through the book does it get exciting.  Nevertheless, this book is great reading and perfect for the reader with imagination.  Heather T.
Rating: ****


All the Weyrs of Pern

It is a great book about how humans and dragons work together to remove the threat to the planet on which Pern is.  Kevin Z.
Rating: *****


The White Dragon

This ranks among my favorite books.  It tells about a young holder named Jaxom that impresses a rung dragon named Ruth after saving it from death.  This is an excellent book.  Kaylin T.
Rating: *****


The Dolphins of Pern

This is a moderate book.  I have read better, but if you like dolphins you will like this book.  Kaylin T.
Rating: **1/2


The Masterharper of Pern

This is the best book ever written.  The way that McCaffrey describes Masterharper Robinton from his birth until the time he took the masterharp is fascinating.  You will fall in love with the color and clarity she presents in this book and the most beloved character in all of history.  As I said before, this is the best book ever written and I highly recommend it.  Kaylin T.
Rating: *****