Nerilka's Story
Published in 1986, Nerilka's Story is an epic fantasy and dragon fantasy novel by Anne McCaffrey. Readers will find themes of dragons, life on other planets, space colonies and Pern.
Open Library readers give it an average of 4.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, and 40 more have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 25 editions.
It runs to roughly 182 pages — 3–4 hours of reading at an average pace.
About Nerilka's Story
Everyone, holder and dragonrider alike, pitched in to help--except Nerilka's father, who refused to share Fort Hold's bounty with the other holds. So, ashamed of her family and determined to do her part, Nerilka packed up medicines and supplies and sneaked off to aid her people.Her quest to help wherever she was most needed led her finally to Ruatha Hold, where Lord Alessan was frantically inoculations against the dread plague. Nerilika had long ago abandoned the hope of marriage and a home of her own. Now she found happiness in being useful and appreciated
Quick answers
Who wrote Nerilka's Story?
Nerilka's Story was written by Anne McCaffrey and first published in 1986.
What genre is Nerilka's Story?
It is usually shelved as Epic Fantasy and Dragon Fiction.
How long is Nerilka's Story?
The median edition has 182 pages, about 3–4 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to Nerilka's Story?
Readers who like it often enjoy A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings and Gardens of the Moon.
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