A Gift of Dragons

About “A Gift of Dragons”

Anne McCaffrey's A Gift of Dragons is a collection of three previously published stories and a new adventure set on the fictional planet Pern. The stories feature dragons and their riders, central to McCaffrey's long-running science fiction series. "The Smallest Dragonboy" follows Keevan, a young dragonrider candidate who faces unexpected challenges. "The Girl Who Heard Dragons" centers on a girl who can communicate with dragons, putting her and her family at risk. "The Runner of Pern" tells the story of Tenna, a message deliverer who discovers her destiny. The collection also includes a new story by McCaffrey, offering readers a fresh glimpse into the world of Pern. The book includes illustrations by Tom Kidd.