Airborn Audiobook (Unabridged)

" an intriguing, futuristic YA novel with nautical twists and delightful protagonists "

" SUMMER READING REVIEW: "While this is not an adult book, I did listen to the entire book on cd while driving to Virginia with my family. I loved that it was exciting enough for all of my kids, ages 6-11, as well as entertaining enough for me. The person reading the story was not dull and monotonous and they used different voices for different characters. It had romance, adventure, and pirates. What more could you ask for?" -Melissa Carton "

" This is one of the best books I have EVER READ! It was AMAZING! I can't believe you are wasting time reading this. GO! NOW! "

" A rousing adventure with pirates, airships and a mysterious island. "

" I think it started out slow, but turned out to be a pretty good read. It is more like an adventure book than a sci-fi. "

" I love Kenneth Oppel's specific choice of his words, and the fact that he manages to create a strong female lead without her being obnoxious or inhuman. "

" It was pretty good, though slow to start. It took off after the first half. "

" This book is set in the past and reimagines the world as if airships (like a combo of the Hindenburg/Titanic) were the main method of travel. Place names are similar, but not exactly the same. I really enjoyed the story and the main characters-looking forward to reading the next in the series. "

" This is an enjoyable book set in a world where airships are a main form of transportation. I enjoyed the detailed world and learning about how the airships worked. Mat Cruse was a captivating character I'd like to read more about. "

" Second time I've read this book, and it was just as wonderful as the first time. Interesting characters, compelling plot, and lots of swashbuckling action. Brilliant! "

" I thought it was amazing. Has a bit of everything. Series is great. "

" Was a fun read. I wanted to read something from the Steampunk genre and saw this recommended on several lists. It was definitely a 'light' read intended for a younger audience, but I liked it. "

" Great YA novel about action on an airship. Can't wait to have my 9-year-old read it so we can compare notes. "

" There's airships. And flying cat creatures. And a shipwreck. And sky pirates. And an ornithopter. And romance. And action. Basically, everything a good alternate history/steampunk novel should have. "

" I loved this series. It is somewhat juvenile- but a great easy fun read. "

" This was such a well written book in terms of establishing characters and things like young romance. It was a cute and short read! "

" Absolutely Swashbuckling! Great Pirate story. Couldn't put this down. "

" This is the absolute best book I have ever read! I even read it twice which is really rare for me. I felt like I was in another world when I read this book and I find muyself wishing I could go back daily! "

" I like the idea of flying cloud cats---but not enough to read the additional books in the series. "

" This book is just begging to be made into a movie. "

" I liked this book so much because it caught my attention right away. There was never a dull moment. Action packed! Can't wait to read the next one. "

" This is a semi-steampunk book. Good for young/middle grade readers. "

" Reread this to get ready to read the sequels. It's a lighthearted adventure yarn in which brave sailors pilot their airship around the world and face storms, unruly passengers, and pirates! It's a classic ship story, really, but in a zeppelin, and everything is better with zeppelins. "

" I really liked this book. Great story, with some uncommon elements. "

" This book is epic all the way through. It is suspenseful and just amazing! I read this book and loved it! Great job Oppel. "

" I read this one for LIBR 2395 and did a book talk on it. Such a fantastic story that really allows the reader to escape into the book from everyday life. I haven't read any Oppel since the Silverwing books and I'd forgotten what a good writer he is. "

" A decent clean story, geared toward teenage boys. "

" This is one of the best books I have EVER READ! It was AMAZING! I can't believe you are wasting time reading this. GO! NOW! "

" It was amazing and I plan on reading it again soon. "

" Listened to book on tape, the audio book had a full cast which made it fun. The story had some good parts of excitement and tension but in taking a step back...the plot was weak "

" Well written and paced. One of my most enjoyable reads in my recent memory. "

" How has this book not been made into a movie yet? Amazingly action packed and interesting story line. "

" This is a book about a cabin boy aboard an airship. Which basically means it is Steampunk Fiction. Fun! And it is such a great swashbuckling adventure. I loved every minute! Adventure!And though it is the first in a series, the story is complete, with no lose ends. "