Crystal Singer A Novel
Crystal Singer A Novel by Anne McCaffrey is a first edition published by Random House Worlds on November 12, 1985. This 320-page work presents the story of Killashandra Ree, a young woman who, after a decade of rigorous musical training, finds herself without career prospects. Her journey leads her to the enigmatic Heptite Guild on the planet Ballybran, where the legendary Black Crystal is discovered. The Guild promises opportunities for wealth and security, but the dangers of the planet loom large, as few who arrive ever return.
Readers will find a blend of science fiction, action, and adventure as they follow Killashandra’s quest for a new life amidst the challenges of Ballybran. The narrative explores themes of ambition and risk, set against a richly constructed world that showcases McCaffrey’s talents in world-building and characterization. This edition invites readers to delve into a tale where the allure of success is tempered by the harsh realities of survival in a unique space opera setting.
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“No dragons, but [Crystal Singer] has all of [Anne] McCaffrey’s gifts for world-building and characterization . . . an excellent book.”—Chicago Sun-Times
Her name was Killashandra Ree; and after ten grueling years of musical training she was young, beautiful—and still without prospects.
Then she heard of the mysterious Heptite Guild on the planet Ballybran, where the fabled Black Crystal was found.
For those qualified, the Guild was said to provide careers, security, and the chance for wealth beyond imagining. The problem was, few people who landed on Ballybran ever left.
To Killashandra the risks were acceptable . . .
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