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Dragonflight


Synopsis


Volume I of The Dragonriders of Pern®, the groundbreaking series by master storyteller Anne McCaffrey

On a beautiful world called Pern, an ancient way of life is about to come under attack from a myth that is all too real. Lessa is an outcast survivor-her parents murdered, her birthright stolen-a strong young woman who has never stopped dreaming of revenge. But when an ancient threat to Pern reemerges, Lessa will rise-upon the back of a great dragon with whom she shares a telepathic bond more intimate than any human connection. Together, dragon and rider will fly . . . and Pern will be changed forever.

Summary

Chapter 1: The Coming of the Red

* A young man named Robinton is summoned to the Tower of High Sorcery to witness the arrival of the Red Star, a celestial event that heralds the return of the lost Dragonriders.
* As the Red Star appears in the sky, Robinton feels a surge of mingled awe and trepidation, knowing that the world is about to change forever.

Chapter 2: The Hatching

* At the Dragonriders' stronghold of Pern, the dragon eggs that have been carefully preserved for generations begin to hatch.
* Robinton is chosen to bond with the first dragon to emerge, a beautiful golden dragonet named Ruth.
* The bond between Robinton and Ruth is instant and unbreakable, linking them together in a deep and ancient way.

Chapter 3: The Thread

* Suddenly, a deadly threat arrives from the sky in the form of Thread, a corrosive substance that falls from space and can only be destroyed by dragonfire.
* The Dragonriders must mobilize to defend Pern against this relentless enemy.
* Robinton and Ruth join the fight, facing danger and loss as they protect their home.

Chapter 4: The Weyrsurprise

* The Weyrs, where the Dragons and their riders live, come under attack by an enemy fleet from across the sea.
* The Dragonriders fight back fiercely, using their dragons' fire to repel the invaders.
* Robinton and Ruth play a crucial role in the victory, proving their worth as Dragonriders.

Chapter 5: The White Dragon

* A mysterious white dragon appears, its origin and purpose unknown.
* The Dragonriders believe that the white dragon may be a key to defeating the Thread.
* Robinton and Ruth embark on a quest to find the white dragon and learn its secrets.

Chapter 6: The Hidden City

* Robinton and Ruth discover a hidden city where ancient records reveal the truth about the white dragon and its connection to Pern.
* They also encounter a lost civilization of humans who provide valuable knowledge and support.

Chapter 7: The Final Battle

* The Dragonriders face their greatest challenge yet as the Thread returns in a massive invasion.
* Robinton, Ruth, and all the Dragonriders fight valiantly, but the odds seem overwhelming.
* In a desperate act, Robinton and Ruth use their bond to forge a powerful weapon that ultimately defeats the Thread.

Chapter 8: The Morning After

* In the aftermath of the victory, Pern enters a new era of peace and prosperity.
* The Dragonriders are celebrated as heroes, and their bond with the dragons is stronger than ever.
* Robinton and Ruth continue to protect Pern, ensuring its safety and well-being for generations to come.