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Daniel O'Rourke

This is the start of the book section. I am an avid reader and usually read Romance and Science Fantasy along with Historical Romance and Westerns and a bit on computer and Internet books. This bookstore will reflect these selections.

Science Fantasy
Anne McCaffrey
Dragonriders of Pern An interesting series by Anne McCaffrey about the discovery of a planet, its settlement and how the settlers handle a threat from thread by adapting dragons and humans to combat it in the air. Also has one book on the Dolphins of Pern which is about the interaction of the people and enhanced dolphins of Pern.
The Ships that Sang. Another Anne McCaffrey series although she is usually collaborating with others in this one. A kind of series that I treat as a series about some very unusual starships and their unusual commanders. Will it ever be possible to do what they do here, hardwire the commander to the ship, and would they ever want to? Talk about virtual reality.
The Rowan Series. Another Anne McCaffrey series about people who use their mental powers to transport people and starships and to communicate over very long distances. 4 books in this series.
The Crystal Singers. Another Anne McCaffrey series about people who use their voices to carve crystal out of mountains. Talk about high C.
Powers That Be. Another Anne McCaffrey and Elizabeth Ann Scarborough write about a sentient planet and the battle to have it recognized as such. 3 books in series.
Freedom Series. Another Anne McCaffrey series of 2 books about a human captured by aliens and sent to a habitable but dangerous planet with recalcitrant slaves from a variety of races, including the human; all must learn to cooperate with one another to survive. Then they must decide whether to stay and colonize the planet or return to earth and help in the battle against the aliens.
Mercedes Lackey
Mage Wars. A trilogy by Mercedes Lackey set in Valdemar in the years of wild magic, about a thousand years before Valdemar is established, with magic a wild and uncontrolled force. A story about the Black Gryphon and then to his offspring.
The Last Herald Mage. A trilogy by Mercedes Lackey about the last of the old Herald Mages in Valdemar and the extent to which they took the seriousness of their job.
Heralds of Valdemar. A trilogy by Mercedes Lackey about the Heralds of Valdamar and their Companions, horse looking entities, who chose who was to be a new Herald.
Mage Winds. A trilogy by Mercedes Lackey about Elspeth Herald, heir to the throne, needing to take up the challenge of magic and counter a new magic danger to the land of Valdemar.
Mage Storms. A trilogy by Mercedes Lackey and the sequel to the Mage Winds Trilogy. This series is about storm mages, people controlling the weather and their battles.
Other Stories. By The Sword - a story about a girl and her magic sword. Sword of Ice : And Other Tales of Valdemar - some background stories that fill in some information on the other Valedamar stories. Owlflight - a story about a young reluctant wizard and his meeting with the Hawk people.

The Dragonriders of Pern series. I have read all of the Dragonriders of Pern series and own the hardcover set. I enjoyed them so much that I bought the hardcover copies after reading the libary volumes.
The Chronicles of Pern : First Fall (The Dragonriders of Pern) Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	A series of five Pern short stories, purportedly covering everything there is to know about the planet Pern and its inhabitants. This covers the original survery tean which names the planet. Covers an abrupt exodus from the Southern Continent which is about to blow and the founding of Ruatha Hold under command of Red Hanrahan; also the establishment of Benden Weyr. Rescue Run is also here which covers the rescue of a small part of the original settlers and then leaving the rest of the settlers cut off from the rest of humanity.
Dragonflight Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	The Pern books are one of the best stories out there. This first book in the wonderful series takes you to adventure and danger from the skies, all from on top of a Dragon. Not just a typical fantasy story, Dragonflight is a journey through time and space.
Dragonsdawn Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	The Dragonriders of Pern series. Chronicling the first settlers of Pern, this is the story of the colonists' efforts to breed dragons to fight the deadly Thread before the lush planet is destroyed. It is the story of how it all happened: when Thread started, how the dragons were engineered, who the people were behind the original hold names, why they left the southern continent.
White Dragon Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	Too young to be allowed to fight the dreaded Thread, Lord Jaxom and his dragon Ruth train themselves in secret, but their illicit flight puts them in a position where they might prevent the biggest battle of all.
Dragonquest Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	On Pern, humans breed and train great fire-breathing dragons to help them fight the deadly silver Threads that fall from the sky, destroying all life forms, whenever the Red Star passes by the planet.
Dragonseye Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	Filling in the cracks of Pern's history, McCaffrey narrates the events before the second Threadfall. There is little suspense and no deep conflict; this is an anecdotally pleasant story, straightforwardly told, of likable characters responsibly doing their duties.
Dragonriders of Pern Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	New fans and old can relive the magic of the first three Dragonriders books of Pern -- all in one omnibus edition.
The Renegades of Pern Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	The Dragonriders of Pern series. From Pern's dissidents and from the criminal class rises a band of renegades,against whom no one is safe--until Aramina comes forth. This shows the common side of Pern. It is a change from the Weyrs to show how the commoners first dealt with threadfall. This book provides insight into a very often overlooked side of Pern. These characters are those who provide the complete experience of Pern. This also shows the commoner's attitude towards the Weyrs and Dragons as shown through Aramina.
Moreta : Dragonlady of Pern Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	Falling between the colonization series and the 9th pass, this novel tells the story of "Moreta's Ride" referenced in many other dragon books. Will Moreta and Alessan be able to stop the plague before it decimates the planet? Hint: relationships between dragonriders and holders usually have tragic endings!
Nerilka's Story (Pern Adventure) Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	Tells the common people's experiences during the Moreta's ride period. (the great plague). Parallel novelette to "Moreta's Ride," this book follows the unappreciated daughter of Fort Hold as she breaks from home and discovers true love.
All the Weyrs of Pern Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	The anxiously-awaited, thrilling resolution to the Pern adventures that began with The White Dragon. Generations of dragonriders have dedicated themselves to fighting Thread, the deadly spores that rain from the sky. And now a markable discovery is about to wipe out Thread forever.
Dragonlover's Guide to Pern Paperback	Jody Lynn Nye, Anne McCaffrey, Todd Cameron Hamilton, james Clouse	An update to the classic companion to Anne McCaffrey's canonical novels and numerous short stories about Pern, this book includes a few recipes, information about knitting patterns, Craft and Hold badges, and more. It will be invaluable to readers who can't recall just where they read that name before, or what Weyr a rider is from, or where that small Hold is, and it provides a useful overview of the high points of Pernese history--though it's no substitute for the pleasure of reading the stories! Did you ever wonder exactly what a bubbly pie was or how klah really tastes? Want the recipe? Klah is fabulous if you like coffee, cinnamon, and chocolate. Do you want to know what the Rukbat system looks like? There's a map of Rukbat here. And what are those bloody threads made of anyway? And how do the dragonriders predict where they'll fall next? It's all in this book.
The Masterharper of Pern Hard Cover	Anne McCaffrey	Anne McCaffrey's bestselling tales of Pern, where colonists are threatened by the deadly spores called Thread, have yielded a multitude of unforgettable characters. Now one of the most popular denizens of the planet--the Masterharper of Pern--takes center stage in a novel that chronicles his extraordinary life.
The Dolphins of Pern Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	When humans first settled Pern, intelligence-enhanced dolphins came with them--to colonize the planet's ocean. Now, centuries later, as the battle to destroy the deadly Thread nears its end, the colonists renew their bond with the legendary "shipfish.".
Harper Hall Trilogy
Dragonsong Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	Anne McCaffrey's best-selling Harper Hall Trilogy is a wonder-filled classic of the imagination. Dragonsong, the first volume in the series, is the enchanting tale of how Menolly of Half Circle Hold became Pern's first female Harper, and rediscovered the legendary fire lizards who helped to save her world.
Dragonsinger Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	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.
Dragondrums Paperback	Anne McCaffrey	The littlest Harperhall apprentice finally gets his chance to cause havoc on two continents! Start with "Dragonsong" and "Dragonsinger" before reading this one.

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