Otto of the Silver Hand Audiobook

" I didn't really enjoy this as much as I thought I would. Some exciting parts, but Otto is really a wuss. "

" Jordy and I read this as a 7th grade history assignment. Great historical fiction that gives a picture of what it was like to live in a castle community in early western Europe. Life was harsh and morals were low, but anyone can change. Old English wording and uncommon vocabulary made comprehension an effort at times. "

" Howard Pyle has an unassuming writing style that I love. His description is never over the top, but just enough to set the scene without calling attention to itself. It's hard for me to decide which I like best, the story or the illustrations. Anyone who likes stories of knights and monasteries will like this one. "

" I read it when I was about 12, maybe even 11. But at that age, if I had to read a book for school I always decided before hand that I wasn't going to like it. So of course, as I look back, I remember "reeaalllllyyy not liking it at all". But if I read it now, I would probably like it. "

" Morality tale about a blood feud between robber barons in medieval Germany. "

" Medieval Germany.....robber barons, plundering, feuds. But also a brave young boy. And happily ever after. "

" I really enjoyed the story. Liked the photos, too! "

" Good story. Easy read. Not really my style, but I enjoyed it as a light read. "

" Homeschool book. Okay. "

" this book is great but very sad at the same time. "

" Well written historical book about the Dark Ages. "

" A wonderful book about how being a nobleman does not mean having to maraud and loot. There's a reason that "noble" is part of that compound word. Otto is a good role model for what being a real man is all about. "

" I loved this book and Pyles usual genius combination of word and image. Thanks Gail! "

" I thought Otto was a good kid, but really boring. An ok book for a young reader interested in a quick adventure during the dark ages. "

" This is very much a "boy" book, although I did enjoy it for what it was- a medieval fairy tail with lots of fighting, barons, and of course a fair maiden. "

" Loved it!!! Now tell me, is there a sequel? "

" Ok it's a pre 1900 but still the narrative is awefull and the ending is way too aprupt. I don't say that there are not some cool ideas (for example One eyed Hans rescue mission) but reading Otto of the Silver Hand is overall just a waist of time. I can't recommend it! "

" The story is very simple but enjoyable, and the illustrations are great. "

" The Artwork in this book is amazing. The story is interesting and it does have a bit of a sad ending. It does make one think about the cost of violence and peace. "

" Hopeful in spite of the dark drama. "

" excellent book for the student that is studying middle ages. A story of loss, revenge, and forgiveness. We read this together as a family for our unit study on the Middle Ages. "

" This isn't my favorite book. Otto is too perfect, to the point of being annoying. The story would have been better with more believable characters. "

" This little boy stole my heart. His dad's a barbarian - pretty much literally. The boy grows up in a monastary and he's so considerate and sweet. Then, his dad takes him back home and during a raid the boy is kidnapped by the bad guys. "