The Dragonriders of Pern learn about the special talents of the Watch-whers in this new novel by the beloved McCaffrey and her son. Another delightful entry in the Pern series.--Publishers Weekly. Postponed from 12/04 nPersonable characters and superb storytelling make this an excellent choice. . . . Essential for Pern fans of all ages.--Library Journal (starred review) n nThe son of a miner, Kindan has no expectations for any other life. He loves his lessons with the camps harper, but music isnt part of a miners future. He also enjoys helping out with the camps watch-wher-- a creature distantly related to dragons and uniquely suited to work in dark, cold spaces--but even that important job cant promise a future above the ground. Then disaster strikes. In one terrible instant, Kindan loses his family and the camp loses its watch-wher. It will take a new friendship and a new responsibility to teach Kindan that even a seemingly impossible dream is never out of reach . . . and that light can be found in the deepest darkness. n nA guaranteed pleaser in] one of SFs most splendid and longest-lived sagas.--Booklist nAnother delightful entry in the Pern series.--Publishers Weeklyn