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Akimbo and the Lions Audiobook
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(3.09) - 162 listener ratings
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Alexander McCall Smith, New York Times best-selling author of the acclaimed #1 Ladies' Detective Agency) series, captures the hearts and imaginations of young listeners with the unique and tender tale of Akimbo and his lion, Simba. When Akimbo and his park ranger father accidentally capture a lion cub, Akimbo decides to name it Simba and care for it. The two soon become inseparable. But when Simba grows too big, Akimbo must make the right choice for his wild friend. "Akimbo emerges as a brave, caring protagonist who faces dilemmas and danger in the service of the animals and people he loves."-Booklist
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"We are 2 for 2! My 4 and 6 year olds can't wait for me to read the next story! My son got teary eyed at the end but agreed it was best for Simba. AMS once again did not disappoint!"
— Marcy (4 out of 5 stars)
Akimbo and the Lions Listener Reviews
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" Written by the man who brought adults the Ladies Number 1 Detective Agency, this is a series of kids books (mid to late grammar school) also set in Africa--very well done--Akimbo is a keeper "
— Catherine, 10/23/2013 -
" adorable book, sweet story, humor and quite a climax "
— Iona, 8/30/2013 -
" Children's novel- good description of African life. "
— Ruth, 7/5/2013 -
" Another African tale from AMS, nicely presented as a short story in seven chapters with a few line-drawing illustrations. One of a series about the adventures of the son of a ranger in an African game reserve. "
— Gill, 6/18/2012 -
" This was perfect for my 1st grade boy - the main character is the same age and the series is about his adventures with animals on the reserve where his dad is park ranger. Not too suspenseful but exciting enough to keep his attention and just the right length. "
— Michele, 5/29/2012 -
" Just received from recorded books "
— Johnsergeant, 8/10/2011 -
" Akimbo is a very nice little boy. I wonder how old he is... "
— Laela, 5/26/2011 -
" Another adventurous book for children by Smith. This was probably my favorite out of the Akimbo books. "
— Susan, 2/13/2011 -
" Akimbo is a very nice little boy. I wonder how old he is... "
— Laela, 2/5/2011 -
" Another African tale from AMS, nicely presented as a short story in seven chapters with a few line-drawing illustrations. One of a series about the adventures of the son of a ranger in an African game reserve. "
— M, 12/31/2009 -
" adorable book, sweet story, humor and quite a climax "
— Iona, 11/30/2009 -
" Children's novel- good description of African life. "
— Ruth, 11/2/2009 -
" Another adventurous book for children by Smith. This was probably my favorite out of the Akimbo books. "
— Susan, 6/8/2009 -
" Extremely charming yet realistic story of a young boy and his love for animals. <br/> <br/>The author gives an entertaining and touching reading of the story. "
— Mesh, 1/23/2008
About Alexander McCall Smith
Alexander McCall Smith is the New York Times bestselling author of numerous novels, including the No.1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series, the Isabel Dalhousie series, 44 Scotland Street novels, Corduroy Mansions series, the Perfect Passion Company novels, and more. He has also written stand-alone novels, books for children, and nonfiction works. In 2004 he was named the British Book Awards Author of the Year and Booksellers Association Author of the Year. He is professor emeritus of medical law at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland and has served with many national and international organizations concerned with bioethics. He was born in what is now known as Zimbabwe and taught law at the University of Botswana.