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“Mirroring a slice of actual
railway history, the Boundless is a
train of epic proportion, an eccentric visionary’s dream made real by the sweat
and lives of many…Along with his friend Maren, an escape artist with the
traveling circus onboard, Will realizes untapped bravery, loyalty, and
friendship that help him face a multitude of dangers. The Boundless successfully mixes history, folklore, and imagination
into a sweeping adventure story that is a delight to read.”
— Amazon.com, editorial review
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“Dangers both natural and supernatural abound, as well as a certain
amount of social commentary regarding class and ethnicity. Oppel’s imagination and sense of adventure never disappoint, and
readers should thrill to this rousing tale as it barrels ahead at full
speed.”
— Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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“With its imaginative plot, cast of colorful, well-rounded characters,
and nonstop action, Oppel’s latest is a delight to read from the first
page right through the satisfying conclusion.”
— Library Journal (starred review)
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“This vividly imagined, present-tense narrative
features a series of heart-stopping action scenes involving dozens of
memorable characters, many of them introduced in the 1885 segment and
revealing themselves more fully aboard the Boundless. An epic journey
novel with a distinctive setting, a powerful sense of adventure, and
just a whiff of steampunk.”
— Booklist (starred review)
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“Canadian railway history, fantasy, a flutter of romance—and a thoughtful
examination of social injustice—collide in this entertaining
swashbuckler from the author of Printz Honor–winning Airborn.”
— Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
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“Once again, Oppel proves himself to be one of the premier writers of
action and adventure for a middle-grade audience.”
— Horn Book
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“Oppel’s imagination and sense of wonder bring this story to life,
making it an unusual take on childhood dreams of adventure and one wild
ride.”
— Shelf Awareness
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“This middle-grade book has a little something for everyone: adventure,
mystery, fantasy, and romance…Oppel ties everything together in a way that
will grab young readers and keep them hooked until the end. Recommended.”
— Library Media Connection