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Title: Pieces and Players

Author: Blue Balliett

Narrator: Bahni Turpin

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 30 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-01-15

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 25 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

From the New York Times best-selling author of Chasing Vermeer and Hold Fast the Pieces.

Thirteen extremely valuable pieces of art have been stolen from one of the most secretive museums in the world. A Vermeer has vanished. A Manet is missing. And nobody has any idea where they and the other eleven artworks might be...or who might have stolen them. The Players - Calder, Petra, and Tommy - are no strangers to heists and puzzles. Now they've been matched with two new sleuths - Zoomy, a very small boy with very thick glasses, and Early, a girl who treasures words...and has a word or two to say about the missing treasure.

The kids have been drawn in by the very mysterious Mrs. Sharpe, who may be playing her own kind of game with the clues. And it's not just Mrs. Sharpe who's acting suspiciously - there's a ghost who mingles with the guards in the museum, a cat who acts like a spy, and bystanders in black jackets who keep popping up. With pieces and players, you have all the ingredients for a fantastic mystery from the amazing Blue Balliett.

Members Reviews:

A Nice Change

Loved it. I needed something light, interesting and fun, this was it. I love mysteries, adult mysteries, but sometimes things get a little too gruesome for me. This was a nice change.

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Title: Secrets According to Humphrey

Subtitle: Humphrey, Book 10

Author: Betty Birney

Narrator: William Dufris

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 5 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-20-15

Publisher: Listening Library

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Humphrey is back in his tenth adventure in the beloved middle-grade series!

So many secrets are flying around Room 26 that Humphrey can barely keep track. Mrs. Brisbane knows a student is leaving, but Humphrey can't figure out which one. (Even more confusing, Mrs. Brisbane seems unsqueakably happy about it.) The class is studying the Ancient Egyptians, and some of the kids have made up secret clubs and secret codes. Even Aldo is holding back news from Humphrey.

Humphrey's job as classroom pet is to help his humans solve their problems, but all these secrets are making it HARD-HARD-HARD!

Members Reviews:

Can Humphrey reunite his friends like before and figure out his friends' secret

Humphrey is a classroom pet that knows how to write and understand what his friends are saying. One day, when the class is studying Egypt, Humphrey figures out the whole class has secret clubs and stuff and everybody is keeping secrets. Can Humphrey reunite his friends like before and figure out his friends' secret ??

Awesome, very CLEAN adventure series of books for elementary children! (I laugh out loud, too!) A+++

My 9 year old son has read all of the books in this series. I read some chapters with him, because I enjoy the stories, too. They are super for elementary readers; easy to get my not-so-interested-in-reading son to enjoy. Fun adventures to follow. Leads us to discuss issues with parents & siblings, teachers, pet care, and school friends. Problem solving and social skills are taught with humor and love. Can't say enough about Humphrey books... I have been very careful in my constant search for appropriate chapter books for my son, and I am so very pleased that Ms. Birney has blessed us with these wonderful adventures!!!

Humphrey books are favorite books

My grandson was introduced to the Humphrey series when he was in kindergarten. The books soon became his favorites. I buy him one or two of the books for every occasion. By this Christmas, he will have the entire series (to date). He will be very excited to get them!

More Humphrey!

Another great book by Betty Birney. I highly recommend the Humphrey series for children 5 to 12. The books are very entertaining, encourage positive attitudes, and remind children to think of others ahead of themselves. A perfect book to share with your children in this self-centered world. My son has been reading and re-reading these books for years. I never tire of the either. Go Humphrey!

Five Stars

My child loves this book.

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Title: Treasure Island

Author: Robert Louis Stevenson

Narrator: Michael York

Format: Abridged

Length: 1 hr and 35 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-05-15

Publisher: Phoenix Books

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Jim Hawkins, the son of an innkeeper, longs for adventure. When one of the inn's guests, a coarse old bully named Billy Bones, reveals a map showing the whereabouts of Captain Flint's treasure, Jim and his mother flee with the map to Squire Trelawney, outwitting Bones and the other pirates chasing him. With his friend Dr. Livesey, the Squire charters for them The Hispaniola, a schooner carrying a number of pirates led by Long John Silver, who has signed on as cook.

Excitement and heroic action await Jim Hawkins as he seeks to foil the pirates, find the treasure, and bring Long John Silver to justice.

1996 Grammy Award Nominee

Members Reviews:

fabulous condensed version

This is a great version for anyone who is a beginner worth classic novels. The performance was captivating and his voice held our interest.

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Title: Jack Templar and the Lord of the Vampires

Subtitle: The Templar Chronicles, Volume 3

Author: Jeff Gunhus

Narrator: Ben Kass

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 54 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-17-14

Publisher: Jeff Gunhus

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 20 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

After fighting a goblin army, befriending an ancient werewolf, and battling two fire breathing dragons during his adventures at the Monster Hunter Academy, Jack Templar hoped for a rest. No such luck. In this third adventure of the Jack Templar Monster Hunter series, Jack embarks on a quest to track down and acquire the first of five mythical Jerusalem Stones, an ancient power source found by his ancestors, the Templar Knights. Only the reunited Stones can stop Ren Lucre, the Dark Lord who holds Jack's father hostage and prepares for an all-out war against an unsuspecting human world. A different Creach Lord holds each Stone, and recovering them will not be easy. Jack and his friends begin their quest by seeking out a powerful and terrifying adversary, the Lord of the Vampires. The fate of the world rests on Jack's shoulders and he will be tested like never before. Join Jack Templar on his most dangerous journey yet, but remember that doing so makes you part of his world. Read this book only if you are prepared to battle the Creach and live by the monster hunter motto. Because to survive, you must... Do your duty, come what may!

Members Reviews:

Series getting better.

The beginning is a little confusing at first, but after that the story picks up and it is one adventure after another. Like the rest of the series it took me a bit to get into the story, but by the end I was invested and was thoroughly enjoying the story. I'm not a huge fan of a Eva and how both Jack and Daniel are so gaga over her, but it is a kids book and that is only a small part of the story. I'm not a fan of the narrator, I know that I would have like this book better if it wasn't for the narrator.

A Movie would be scare

If you could sum up Jack Templar and the Lord of the Vampires in three words, what would they be?

Interesting

Adventure

Action

What other book might you compare Jack Templar and the Lord of the Vampires to and why?

Percy Jackson Books. It has the quest, adventure, action, and monsters.

What does Ben Kass bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

Ben Kass does a nice job of narrating but he sound older than 14.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Laugh. This is a fantasy.

Any additional comments?

The characters are supposed to be around 14 yrs old. I have not seen the maturity or bravery the characters display in 14-year-olds. If most 14-year-olds faced the monsters in this book, they would be running to their mommies.

Great book

Can't wait to get the next one. I bought this book for my son, but I love it as well.

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Title: Mousenet

Subtitle: When Mice Do More than Point and Click

Author: Prudence Breitrose

Narrator: Scott Aiello

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 6 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-10-14

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

When 10-year-old Megan helps her uncle invent the Thumbtop, the world's smallest computer, mice are overjoyed, and they want one for every mouse hole. The Big Cheese, leader of the Mouse Nation, has orders: Follow that girl - even if it means high-tailing it to Megan's new home on the other side of the country. While Megan struggles as the new girl, the mice wait for their chance. But when they tell Megan the biggest secret in the history of the world-mice have evolved, and they need her help - she isn't sure anyone will believe her. With all of Mouse Nation behind her, Megan could become the most powerful girl alive, but just how will she create a Thumptop for every mouse?

Prudence Breitrose's debut novel is full of charm and adventure and will captivate today's computer-savvy middle-graders.

Members Reviews:

Best book ever!

This has been a great book to listen to and read to. I've never had a book that got me so excited to read!

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Title: Kinda Like Brothers

Author: Coe Booth

Narrator: John Clarence Stewart

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 53 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-21-14

Publisher: ListenUp Audiobooks

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 20 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Jarrett doesn't trust Kevon.

But he's got to share a room with him anyway.

It was one thing when Jarrett's mom took care of foster babies who needed help. But this time it's different. This time the baby who needs help has an older brother - a kid Jarrett's age named Kevon. Everyone thinks Jarrett and Kevon should be friends - but that's not gonna happen. Not when Kevon's acting like he's better than Jarrett - and not when Jarrett finds out Kevon's keeping some major secrets. Jarrett doesn't think it's fair that he has to share his room, his friends, and his life with some stranger. He's gotta do something about it - but what? From award-winning author Coe Booth, Kinda Like Brothers is the story of two boys who really don't get along - but have to find a way to figure it out.

Members Reviews:

Very diverse

Would you consider the audio edition of Kinda Like Brothers to be better than the print version?

Since the narrator can make the audio I actually think this is awesome on audio, I would never had had the time to read it and the narrator was outstanding.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Kinda Like Brothers?

There is a part where I think Jarrett says to his principal I hate to read, the principal says so did I now look at all these books. If you know me (dyslexic librarian) it is quite funny.

Have you listened to any of John Clarence Stewarts other performances before? How does this one compare?

No but would love too, he was awesome.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes to bad my comute is too short and boss wouldn't like it very much.

Wonderful Coming of Age Story

Would you listen to Kinda Like Brothers again? Why?

Yes! I really enjoyed listening to the character development and think Coe Booth is a fantastic writer.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I loved the intensity of all of the characters, especially listening to how Kevon and Jarrett's relationship changes as the story progresses.

What about John Clarence Stewarts performance did you like?

I really enjoyed his character voices. I felt he captured the tone of the young characters.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It is a wonderful coming of age story that is definitely a roller coaster of emotions.

Relatable Story and Immersive Performance

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes! It's a real coming of age story. John Clarence Stewart brings the listener along with him through real dilemmas, real frustrations, real highs and real lows; all the while, the characters develop, valuable lessons are learned and some are missed. A wonderful read for all middle grade readers. Often times, young adult authors sugar coat things. They seem reluctant to express the realism of certain situations or they shy away from them entirely, leaning toward the magical, mystical, fantasy side of things. Not Coe Booth. Booth paints a realistic picture and Stewart brings it to life!

Engaging Coming of Age Story

Any additional comments?

A fascinating glimpse into the lives of two young men, Kevon and Jarrett, and how through their separate, yet both difficult, family experiences they learn essential qualities to become strong men. John Clarence Stewart's narration is engaging, a natural story teller he is, and he draws you into the story as if you were experiencing it first hand.

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Title: Tell Me

Author: Joan Bauer

Narrator: Cassandra Morris

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs

Language: English

Release date: 09-16-14

Publisher: Listening Library

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 12 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

The unofficial town motto is "Nothing bad ever happens in Rosemont", where 12-year-old Anna has come to stay with her grandmother, Mim, hoping to forget her worries about her parents' troubled marriage. She'll be busy with the town's annual Flower Festival, a celebration with floats and bands that requires weeks of preparations.

But before long, Anna finds herself involved in a very big problem. When she observes a girl her own age who seems to be being held against her will, Anna can't forget the girl's frightened eyes and she is determined to investigate. "When you see something, say something" she's been told - but what good does it do to speak if no one will listen? Luckily, a take-charge girl like Anna is not going to give up.

Told with Joan Bauer's trademark mixture of humor and heart, Tell Me will enthrall her many fans and win her new ones.

Members Reviews:

Omg it's amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!

this is one amazing book and author

it's beautifully written and just will touch your heart.

the books Joan Bauer writes will change your life

Realistic fiction brought to life

This book brings to light the awful problem of human trafficking, but it does so in a way that is appropriate for children to read. While I didn't like it as much as Almost Home, by Bauer, it was still a great read.

Read now

I really loved the book. There was no part that I didn't like. Read NOW!!! I am begging you! Please

Four Stars

Enjoyed very much!

Parents, Be Warned

'Tell Me' is not one of my favorite books. I would recommend that children ages nine or ten and up.

This book is about a girl named Anna, who goes to live with her grandmother Mim, due to her parents' unstable relationship. While Anna is in Rosemont with Mim, she sees a girl with scared eyes try to run out of a car, but the driver catches her and pushes her back inside. The book is mostly about Anna on the path to finding that girl.

The reason that I recommended what age you need to be to read it is because it talks about human trafficking; a scary concept for any child. So parents, be warned. To give specifics, it talks about women being held captive in a nail salon and salon and a man making them appear happy.

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Title: Going Solo

Author: Roald Dahl

Narrator: Dan Stevens

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 38 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-11-14

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 12 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Penguin presents the new, unabridged audiobook edition of Roald Dahl's Going Solo, read by Downton Abbey's Dan Stevens. The second part of Roald Dahl's remarkable life story, following on from Boy.

When he grew up, Roald Dahl left England for Africa - and a series of dangerous adventures began. From tales of plane crashes to surviving snake bites, this is Roald Dahl's extraordinary life before becoming the world's number-one storyteller.

Members Reviews:

Outstandingly charming

Would you consider the audio edition of Going Solo to be better than the print version?

This book made my day. The narrator is outstanding and the memoir is one of the best from world war and ofcourse Roald Dahl is a darling..

Who was your favorite character and why?

The author- This is his memoir!

A terrific read

Great book, with an excellent narrator. I just wish Dahl would have talked about his spy days!

just wonderful

just loved every moment of it. The narrator was superb. you never tire of Dahl

Snakes, Boats & Dogfights

Roald Dahls Going Solo picks up where Boy left off, as Dahl heads to Africa at the tender age of 22 to work for Shell. The first part of the book charts his adventures just before the outbreak of WW2. As war breaks out, Dahl joins the RAF as a fighter pilot not a comfortable job for a man of 6 6 and he shares his stories of crash landings in North Africa and dogfights in Greece. Incredible stuff. Dan Stevens does a superb job with the narration, pulling off a wide variety of eccentric accents, suitably befitting of the oddball characters that Dahl meets along the way, and no-doubt used as inspiration for his, now famous, characters.

Dont be misled by the cover art or author, this is very much a book for young adults and up.

OMG WHAT IS THIS WONDERFUL BREATHTAKING STORY

I just can't say enough how much I loved the story!!!! How fascinating Roald Dahl's life is and how wonderful he is at narrating his stories!!!!!!! I love it I love it!!!

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Title: Boudicca: Britain's Queen of the Iceni

Subtitle: The Legendary Women of World History, Book 1

Author: Laurel A. Rockefeller

Narrator: Richard Mann

Format: Unabridged

Length: 50 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-09-14

Publisher: Laurel A. Rockefeller

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 24 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Why is The Morrigan's raven crying? Only Britons with hearts for true liberty know!

In 43 CE Roman conquest of Britannia seems all but certain - until a chance meeting between King Prasutagus of the Iceni and a runaway slave of royal decent from the Aedui tribe in Gaul changes the fate of the British islands forever.

Rise up for liberty with the true story of Boudicca: Britain's Queen of the Iceni and discover one of the most inspiring stories in history!

Based on the accounts of Roman historian Tacitus and supplemented with archaeology presented by the BBC.

For children, teens, and adults.

Members Reviews:

BOUDICCA: Beautiful, Dramatic, a Must Listen

I feel that "Boudicca: Britain's Queen of the Iceni" was an important book and a wonderful listen. She was a real living woman in history. She had ran away from the Aedui tribe where she had royal heritage and by chance met King Prasutagus. They married and had two daughters. Prasutagus wants to ally with the Romans for their weapons and power. Queen Boudicca doesn't want this.

The ending is quite dramatic but important. She and her daughters drink mead and this becomes their demise however, within the epilogue is an exactly perfect explanation.

This story is an absolute gem. For being a short listen, it's very well-written and wonderfully narrated. Laurel A. Rockefeller knows her history and is an excellent writer. I loved this book and look forward to more from The "Legendary Women of World History."

I thought Richard Mann was the perfect narrator for this piece. He has exact voice inflections and he fits in with the period. I can't imagine anyone else narrating this. He's a natural.

Audiobook received in exchange for an honest review.

A perfectly lovely read!

Where does Boudicca: Britain's Queen of the Iceni rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?

I would rate it just as high as the longer books that I have listened to.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I love strong female characters like Boudicca. I think that our children should be exposed to more influential females from history. I like that she had her own personality that made sense with the story that was being told.

What about Richard Manns performance did you like?

I like his voice, which is very soothing, almost hypnotic. He pronounces the names well and the listening flows smoothly.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

One woman stands up to defend her people and their way of life.

Any additional comments?

I was amazed at the ability of the author to get you invested in the characters and interested in the storyline in such a short amount of time. I will be giveing this book to my nieces to listen to. They love a strong heroine.

Excellent retelling of the inspiring truth

A woman, a queen, a warrior; Boudicca is the stuff of legends, but is real history. This telling of her struggles, joys, and heartbreak are inspiration to us all, and is clearly presented without undue drama but with the kind of personalization often lacking in military renditions.

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Title: Frostborn

Subtitle: Thrones and Bones, Book 1

Author: Lou Anders

Narrator: Fabio Tassone

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-05-14

Publisher: Listening Library

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 36 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Fantasy fans of Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson and John Flanagan's Ranger's Apprentice series will embrace this first novel in an adventure-filled, Viking-inspired series by a debut author.

Meet Karn. He is destined to take over the family farm in Norrngard. His only problem? He'd rather be playing the board game Thrones and Bones.

Enter Thianna. Half human, half frost giantess. She's too tall to blend in with other humans but too short to be taken seriously as a giant.

When family intrigues force Karn and Thianna to flee into the wilderness, they have to keep their sense of humor and their wits about them. But survival can be challenging when you're being chased by a 1,500-year-old dragon, Helltoppr the undead warrior and his undead minions, an evil uncle, wyverns, and an assortment of trolls and giants.

Listeners will embark on a sweeping epic fantasy as they join Karn and Thianna on a voyage of discovery. Antics and hair-raising escapades abound in this fantasy adventure as the two forge a friendship and journey to unknown territory. Their plan: To save their families from harm.

Debut novelist Lou Anders has created a rich world of over twenty-five countries inhabited by Karn, Thianna, and an array of fantastical creatures, as well as the Thrones and Bones board game.

Bonus PDF: Includes a glossary, "Song of Helltroppr" lyrics, and rules for the Thrones and Bones board game.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio.

Critic Reviews:

"A fun, fast-paced, and highly enjoyable tale." (Garth Nix, bestselling author of the Abhorsen trilogy)

"The most delightful fantasy I have read in ages. Put me on the waiting list for book 2!" (Amy Plum, international bestselling author of the Die for Me series)

Members Reviews:

A Grand Scandinavian Adventure

Like all good frost giants, young Thianna loved a good game of Knattleikr. Gunnlodâs Plateau rang with shouts as the quick teen dodged her massive opponents. The frozen realm had been her home since the day of her birth. Yet all the frost giants, even the most foolish, could tell that she didnât entirely belong. She had the dark eyes of the southern people, and she was short. Throughout her life she longed to be a full-blooded giant and avoided everything that reminded her of her human mother, long dead. Shortly before the feast of Winternights, her giant father knew the time had come to give his daughter a gift. Thianna took the horn in her hands, knowing only that her mother had guarded it until her final breath.

As winter drew close, the frost giants trekked south to mingle with humans at the market at Dragonâs Dance. Not many humans dared to trade openly with frost giants. Korlund had come, as his people had for generations, bringing his son Karn. Both knew to stay close to the fires on the wild evening of Winternights. When Karnâs uncle drew Karn out into the woods, the simple youth never dreamed his uncle was planning his death. The treacherous man led Karn amidst the barrows, right to the corpse door, with its shining green runes binding the dead to their barrows. In the eerie light Karn awoke the dead, who vowed to hunt him down as he took flight through the dark woods.

In the grand adventure that unfolds, Karn and Thianna come together in the freezing mountains.