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Kenneth Oppel

Jon Klassen

The Nest Audio CD – Import, 6 October 2015

by Kenneth Oppel (Author), Gibson Frazier (Reader)

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“The Nest leaves a lasting mark on the memory.” —The New York Times Book Review

Steve just wants to save his baby brother—but what will he lose in the bargain? Kenneth Oppel’s (Silverwing, The Boundless) haunting gothic tale for fans of Coraline, is one of the most acclaimed books of the year, receiving six starred reviews. Illustrations from Caldecott Medalist Jon Klassen.

For some kids summer is a sun-soaked season of fun. But for Steve, it’s just another season of worries. Worries about his sick newborn baby brother who is fighting to survive, worries about his parents who are struggling to cope, even worries about the wasp’s nest looming ominously from the eaves. So when a mysterious wasp queen invades his dreams, offering to “fix” the baby, Steve thinks his prayers have been answered.

All he has to do is say “Yes.” But “yes” is a powerful word. It is also a dangerous one. And once it is uttered, can it be taken back?

Celebrated author Kenneth Oppel creates an eerie masterpiece in this compelling story that explores disability and diversity, fears and dreams, and what ultimately makes a family. Includes illustrations from celebrated artist Jon Klassen.

Reading age

10 years and up
Language

English
Grade level

5 - 6
Dimensions

13.02 x 1.78 x 14.92 cm
Publisher

Simon & Schuster Audio
Publication date

6 October 2015
ISBN-10

144239126X
ISBN-13

978-1442391260
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About the Author

Kenneth Oppel is the author of numerous books for young readers. His award-winning Silverwing trilogy has sold over a million copies worldwide and been adapted as an animated TV series and stage play. Airborn won a Michael L. Printz Honor Book Award and the Canadian Governor General’s Literary Award for children’s literature; its sequel, Skybreaker, was a New York Times bestseller and was named Children’s Novel of the Year by the London Times. He is also the author of Half Brother, This Dark Endeavor, Such Wicked Intent, and The Boundless. Born on Canada’s Vancouver Island, he has lived in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland, Canada; in England and Ireland; and now resides in Toronto with his wife and children. Visit him at KennethOppel.ca.

Product details

Publisher : Simon & Schuster Audio; Unabridged edition (6 October 2015)
Language : English
ISBN-10 : 144239126X
ISBN-13 : 978-1442391260
Reading age : 10 years and up
Item Weight : 227 g
Dimensions : 13.02 x 1.78 x 14.92 cm

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BB85

A Nest of considerations here

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 February 2017

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The Nest has received so much acclaim and attention I thought it worth checking out. It is rather reminiscent of 'Skellig', a favourite book, although it lacks the allegory, mysticism and nuanced empathy. I appreciated the 'real' family relationships, the roles each character played. However, the central tenet, the deal struck between our protagonist and the 'Queen' wasp, was never fully explained. The confrontation, the climax of the story, was rather drawn out and ill considered in my opinion; would parents really leave their very ill, recently returned from hospital, facing a transplant, possibly terminal, newborn baby in the care of an older child? And for that period of time? I feel it very unlikely... However, if your child is of strong stuff (rather like the web) and can stomach a full, hammer blowing, denouement, this is the story!

Daysy

Good teen reading

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 November 2020

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Very good reading for teens

Rachel

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 December 2017

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Good read

Karen A

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 February 2017

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Bought for an 11 year old who loved it!

Squeak 'n Banana

"But 'yes' is a powerful word."

Reviewed in Canada on 25 January 2016

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Kenneth Oppel's story had the kids intrigued to the end. Jon Klassen's cover and inside art set the mood. Only quibble is that the quality of paper inside - newsprint-ish - did not match the quality of the cover - beautifully printed acetate wrap.

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