One of my first excursions into fantasy was with Anne and so she holds a special place on my shelf. Chronologically speaking in the world of Pern, this isn't the first book, but there are MANY different ways to read her books so you don't have to take my advice. They do all interweave and *most of her series could be read as standalones but you do get more sense of characters and world if you read this one. If you want to read it chronologically - read Survey P.E.R.N. Dragonflight falls um 20th in the chronological order but for me this was the best introduction to Pern and the way of life that exists now. Anne herself said the best way to read her series in the way it was published, and this book was her first written in 1968. So readers, this is also my recommendation.
It has been 400 years since Thread has fallen from the sky, destroying crops and killing people. 400 years since dragons fought the Thread as it fell. 400 years since the dragons have had purpose and not a drain on the holds that support them. But the Red Star has made it's pass and the time of dragons is coming again. And one woman will lead them all into a new era - making dragons relevant again.
This isn't my favorite Pern series book but it is oh so important to see where Lessa came from. What makes her the stalwart woman she is and more important how she changed Pern. Anne created an incredibly detailed and rich world and you just want to keep reading about it. I devoured any and all books about Pern that I could.
Yes pick this one up. Yes immerse yourself in Pern. Whether you love or hate Lessa - the world of Pern will beckon you and you'll want to visit it more.
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