First published 1971
When the shimmering Threads begin falling again, the dragonriders of Pern take to the skies, their flames destroying the deadly strands before they reach the ground. But F'lar knows they need a better way to protect their beloved world. As dissent brews among the rebellious Oldtimers and his reckless brother F'nor plans another suicide mission, F'lar must find a solution before the fire-lizards stir up even more trouble. In this gripping continuation of the Dragonriders of Pern saga, the stakes have never been higher.
Genres: fiction, science-fiction, adventure, fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
Setting: Pern
333 pages · Paperback · Ballantine