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Dragonquest

Pern • Book 2

by Anne McCaffrey

Narrated by Dick Hill

4.35 ABR Score (56.9K ratings)
★ 4.1 Goodreads (53.3K) ★ 4.7 Audible (3.6K)
12h 12m Released 2008 Sci-Fi

Why Listen to This Audiobook?

Dick Hill makes dragon politics feel as urgent as the aerial combat — which is saying something when the sky itself is trying to kill everyone.

  • Great if you want: epic fantasy with political intrigue alongside action
  • Listening experience: propulsive but layered — battles land hard, tensions simmer between them
  • Narration: Hill distinguishes a large cast without losing the story's momentum
  • Skip if: you haven't read Dragonflight — this picks up mid-world

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About This Audiobook

Seven years have passed since the dragonriders of Pern successfully brought forward the ancient Weyrs to combat the deadly Thread, but victory has bred unexpected complications. The displaced Oldtimers struggle to adapt to a changed world while tensions mount between traditional ways and necessary progress. As Threadfall continues its relentless cycle, Weyrleader F'lar faces mounting pressure from multiple fronts: political discord threatens the fragile alliance between Weyrs and Holds, while the search for new solutions to Pern's ancient enemy becomes increasingly urgent.

Dick Hill delivers a masterful performance that captures both the epic scope and intimate character moments of McCaffrey's beloved series. His rich, authoritative voice brings gravitas to the complex political maneuvering while shifting seamlessly between the diverse cast of dragonriders, holders, and craftsmen. Hill's pacing allows listeners to fully absorb the intricate worldbuilding and dragon-human telepathic bonds that make Pern so compelling. The audiobook format particularly enhances the soaring flight sequences and dramatic confrontations, making this Hugo Award-winning novel an immersive listening experience that showcases why the series has captivated readers for decades.