Pursuing her dream to be a Harper of Pern, Menolly studies under the Masterharper learning that more is required than a facility with music and a clever way with words. Sequel to Dragonsong.
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Anne McCaffrey was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She graduated cum laude from Radcliffe College, majoring in Slavonic Languages and Literatures. A prolific bestselling author, she is best known for her handling of broad themes and the worlds of her imagination, particularly in her tales of the Talents and the novels about the Dragonriders of Pern. Anne McCaffrey lives in a house of her own design, Dragonhold-Underhill, in County Wicklow, Ireland. Visit the author's website at www.annemccaffrey.net
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When Menolly, daughter of Yanus Sea Holder, arrived at the Harper Craft Hall, she came in style, aboard a bronze dragon. Read the first page
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By Sunnyhun
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Dragonsinger is the 2nd book of the Harper Hall trilogy; Dragonsong is book 1, and Dragondrums book 3. This trilogy belongs to Anne McCaffrey's "Pern" series. The Harper Hall trilogy is a wonderful read featuring fire lizards more than the dragons of Pern. The fire lizards are wonderful pets and bond with their human friends and have surprising abilities that the young adults discover on their adventures.
By Craobh Rua
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"Dragonsinger" is the second book in Anne McCaffery's "Harper Hall Trilogy" and pickes up directly where "Dragonsong" left off. Having lived holdless, practically outrun Thread and impressed nine fire lizards, Menolly is travelling to the Harper Hall with Master Robinton, Furthermore, following Petiron's recommendations. She has been accepted as a student - meaning that, one day, she will become a Harper.
However, the transition won't be an easy one. Menolly's father had believed that only men could become a Harper and, while that has changed, there are still those who believe that Menolly has no place at the Harper Hall. Worse, her nine fire lizards inspire a certain amount of jealousy and - at times - alarm. She meets a certain amount of resentment and there are some who persecute and bully her at every available opportunity. However, she isn't without her allies - among the most likeable is Piemur, another apprentice at the Hall.
Since this is the second book in the Trilogy, it's not the best starting point - "Dragonsong" is the trilogy's first book. Menolly remains a likeable character : despite being hugely talented, she is woefully short on self-confidence. Piemur is an entirely different kettle of fish, though no less likeable. Like "Dragonsong", a likeable and easily read book.
However, the transition won't be an easy one. Menolly's father had believed that only men could become a Harper and, while that has changed, there are still those who believe that Menolly has no place at the Harper Hall. Worse, her nine fire lizards inspire a certain amount of jealousy and - at times - alarm. She meets a certain amount of resentment and there are some who persecute and bully her at every available opportunity. However, she isn't without her allies - among the most likeable is Piemur, another apprentice at the Hall.
Since this is the second book in the Trilogy, it's not the best starting point - "Dragonsong" is the trilogy's first book. Menolly remains a likeable character : despite being hugely talented, she is woefully short on self-confidence. Piemur is an entirely different kettle of fish, though no less likeable. Like "Dragonsong", a likeable and easily read book.
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DRAGONSINGER is the continuing story of Menolly, the heroine of DRAGONSONG. In this book, Menolly, now revealed as Petiron's lost apprentice, comes to the Harper Hall. This center of musical learning is more, and less, than Menolly thought it would be. She is forced to face opposition and prejudice from the music masters and her fellow students. However, the care and understanding the MasterHarper, Robinton, give her make the transition less painful. So do the friendships of Piemur, an impish singing apprentice, Sebell, a journeyman harper and Robinton's right-hand man, and Camo, the sweet but dull-witted kitchen drudge. Menolly faces her demons and triumphs in true fairy-tale fashion. Another favorite book, read so many times it is in tatters.
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Dragonsinger
In Dragonsong we were first introduced to Menolly. But in Dragonsong we know her as the misunderstood girl at her father's sea hold. Read more
Published on Dec 30 2003 by Kat,Kat
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Possibly my favorite novel by Anne McCaffrey
I've read this book many times. It's a lot more lighthearted than Dragonsong. At times, Menolly might be a little aggravating because she seems to care a little too much what... Read more
Published on Dec 3 2003 by Steffanie
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Stronger than the last!
For all of her life, Menolly has loved music and dreamt of becoming a harper. Unfortunately because Menolly's gender, she was never allowed to fully embrace her musical talents. Read more
Published on May 27 2003 by Nancy E.
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One of My All Time Favorites!
Dragonsinger is the second book in the Harper Hall Trilogy and is the sequel to Dragonsong. It starts right after the previous book ends, with Menolly arriving in Harper Hall... Read more
Published on May 5 2003 by Silmarwen
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I've reread this one so many times, that I've worn it out!
One of my favorite McCaffrey books! It covers Menolly's first days at Harper Hall. As the only female harper apprentice, she struggles to fit in, making both friends and enemies. Read more
Published on Aug 30 2002 by Dawn Smoker
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The New Kid...
Menolly is not like most other girls. For one thing, she is the owner of nine fire lizards, her only companions as she struggles to survive in a cave after running away from the... Read more
Published on Jun 27 2002
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The Best!
I've read most of Anne's 'Pern Series' and i enjoyed most of them, but this one is one of the few that rate five stars. Read more
Published on April 29 2002
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Full of ups and downs
Dragonsinger brings us more in touch with both the HarperHall and Menolly. Also, in this novel, we become more in touch with the fire lizards' abilities, personalities, and we... Read more
Published on Dec 31 2001 by "demarkes"
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A Girl that All Girls (and Women) Can Relate To
The first time I read Dragonsong, it struck such a deep chord within me. Menolly's trials were very much like my own; as a young girl with hopes and dreams, seemingly alone in a... Read more
Published on Nov 28 2001 by Vixenne Victorienne "Kymberlyn Reed"
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A Great Fantasy Book
DragonSinger by Anne McCaffrey was a wonderful book about an interesting young girl named Menolly. It takes place on the imaginary planet of Pern far ahead in the future. Read more
Published on Oct 31 2001 by Esther SD
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