Menolly from Dragonsong by Anne McCaffrey

Dragonsong by Anne McCaffrey introduces us to Menolly, a young girl on the planet Pern, where dragons and their riders protect the land from deadly spores called Thread. Rejected and misunderstood by her family for her musical talent, Menolly discovers a clutch of fire lizard eggs and forms an extraordinary bond with the creatures. Fleeing her oppressive home, she finds solace and purpose in her music, eventually catching the attention of the prestigious Harper Hall, where her talents are finally recognized and nurtured, setting her on a path to fulfill her dreams.