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Title: The Nine Lives and Times of Mr. Hyde

Subtitle: Mr. Hyde's Magical Adventures, Book 1

Author: Jonty Olivier

Narrator: Jerrilee Geist

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 21 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-02-18

Publisher: ProAudioVoices

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Mr. Hyde is no ordinary cat. The boy with whom he lives, and who is also his best friend, knows that Mr. Hyde is a magic cat. And Mr. Hyde has a way of ensuring that those who do bad deeds always get their comeuppance. Mr. Hyde and the boy live in a large, old house near London, England.

The boy's parents laugh at the notion that the strange things that happen when Mr. Hyde is around could be attributed to any magical powers - such as a mysterious birthday cake mix-up at the boy's 10th birthday party. Very odd.

Decide for yourself about whether magic is involved after hearing about Mr. Hyde and his adventures. A delightful mix of music and sound effects enhance an already delightful story.

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Title: Can Doctor Proctor Save Christmas?

Subtitle: Doctor Proctor's Fart Powder, Book 5

Author: Jo Nesb

Narrator: Stanley McGeagh

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 28 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-07-17

Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Can Doctor Proctor, Nilly and Lisa save Christmas in this fart-tastically funny adventure from worldwide best-selling author Jo Nesb?

When the king of Norway sells the rights to Christmas to Mr Thrane, it looks like the holidays aren't going to be very merry. Mr Thrane says that the only people who can celebrate are those who buy 10,000 crowns' worth of presents from his department store. For anyone who doesn't - or can't - spend that much, it's no tree, no presents, no carols and no Christmas pudding.

Doctor Proctor, Nilly and Lisa aren't going to take this sitting down! They're going to find Santa and save Christmas. All they need is a sleigh, flying reindeer, some time travel soap and, of course, some fart powder!

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Title: The Ragamuffin Sisters: The Mysterious Mr. Whistler

Author: Hillary McMullen, Anita Higman

Narrator: Michelle Babb

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 30 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-20-17

Publisher: Armonia Publishing

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

What happens when four creative, slightly brilliant, misfit girls team up against a gang of bullies?

That's right. Danger, chaos, and more adventure than any middle school girl should be faced with in a lifetime!

When Jane, Elle, Dakota and Sketti band together to face The Thickheads, they land themselves in the midst of a murder-mystery that none of them is prepared to deal with. And when The Thickheads get involved, lines are drawn and accusations are flung.

But when the two opposing groups join forces, they learn that together, they can mend fences and face the giants.

This laugh-out-loud, coming-of-age mystery is a must-hear for anyone who's ever felt like a misfit, anyone who's ever been bullied, or anyone who's ever felt like they were on the outside looking in.

Members Reviews:

Wonderful pre-teen listen

If you could sum up The Ragamuffin Sisters: The Mysterious Mr. Whistler in three words, what would they be?

Engaging, Unique, Endearing

What did you like best about this story?

I loved the imagery this book had. It was reminiscent to books I read as a child like Nancy Drew, The Outsiders, Encyclopedia Brown.

What does Michelle Babb bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

Michelle Babb is a fantastic narrator who has a wonderful ability to perform various characters with distinguishable voices that fit the characters.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

I enjoyed it when the girls and the boys made up and worked together to solve the murder.

Any additional comments?

I requested this review copy audiobook and have voluntarily written this review. This story is age appropriate for most all ages, but geared towards elementary school to pre-teen.

For the middle schoolers

This is a fun read, that also touches on some tough issues. Middle-schoolers will enjoy the mystery the kids get tangled up in.

Nice cozy mystery for pre-teens

The Ragamuffin sisters are four friends, outcasts, that are in an eternal war with a group of boys whom they call the Thick Heads. Among the pranks to each other, one of the town inhabitants dies at the ravine where there seems to be a toxic substance of unknown origin. This seems to be a case for the Ragamuffing sisters!

Despite the fact that this book seems to be written for pre-teens, I throughly enjoyed it. The four girls are richly described and each one has a distinctive personality. It was easy to connect to them, share their fears and be glad at their successes.

I really like cozy mysteries, but something that bothers me sometimes is the fact that they need to include romance. This is not the case, since the characters are much too young for that, and I have to say that I found it quite refreshing.

The mystery part takes some time to start, but I dont think we can say the book starts slow, as the authors take the needed time to present each character and the group dynamics. The war between the girls and the boys was quite funny, even though the pranks were the typical ones seen in other books or movies.

My main reason to have listened to this book is that it is narrated by the wonderful Michelle Babb, and I am glad I did, since otherwise I would have missed a great story. Michelle has a unique talent to narrate books.

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Titel: Der schlaue Platon

Autor:: Arnulf Zitelmann

Erzähler: Martin Falk

Format: Unabridged

Spieldauer: 1 hr and 13 mins

Sprache: Deutsch

Veröffentlichungsdatum: 11-09-17

Herausgeber: SAGA Egmont

Kategorien: Kids, Ages 8-10

Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers:

Der griechische Philosoph Platon gründete mit seiner "Akademie" die erste Universität der Welt. Er war ein Schüler des legendären Sokrates, von dem er das Philosophieren lernte und dessen Ideen er in seinen berühmten Dialogen für sich und die Nachwelt aufschrieb. Und obwohl er vor 2500 Jahren starb, in einer Zeit, als die Welt noch ganz anders aussah als heute, sind seine Ideen jung geblieben. Philosophen aller Zeiten haben sich mit ihnen beschäftigt und sich in Zustimmung oder Ablehnung auf sie berufen.

Wer sich auf das Abenteuer Philosophie einlassen möchte, kommt an Platon - und an diesem Hörbuch - nicht vorbei! Große und kleine Hörer lernen hier das Leben Platons kennen, die Zeit, in der er lebte und wirkte, und seine faszinierenden Ideen. Kenntnisreich, anschaulich und dabei aufs Wesentliche konzentriert, ist diese Hörbiographie zugleich Einführung in die antike Welt und Werbung für die Philosophie.

©2017 SAGA Egmont (P)2017 SAGA Egmont

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Title: The Farting Unicorn

Author: Brandon Tull

Narrator: Mel Shiner

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-26-17

Publisher: Integrity Brands LLC

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Meet Sparkle Farts, the farting unicorn! Based on our line of Sparkle Farts toys, The Farting Unicorn tells the tale of how one taco obsessed, serial farter toppled an empire.

Members Reviews:

A fun fart story

fun for some giggles

short enough to not over do it

can't not laugh at the story

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Title: Corrie Ten Boom: The Watchmaker's Daughter

Subtitle: Trailblazers

Author: Jean Watson

Narrator: Ann Richardson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-15-17

Publisher: christianaudio.com

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

The story of Corrie ten Boom has inspired millions of people all over the world. Jean Watson is a skillful author and presents Corrie's stirring life and challenging hope-filled messages for young listeners.

The Watchmaker's Daughter traces the life of this outstanding Christian woman from her childhood in Haarlem, through her suffering in Nazi concentration camps, to her world-wide ministry to the handicapped and underprivileged.

This exciting victorious book will allow you to meet this beloved woman and learn of God's wonderful provision and blessing through adversity.

Members Reviews:

Interesting and enjoyable

I found the Watchmakers Daughter to be very interesting and enjoyable. It was a school book for me and at first it was slightly avoided but I found it to be intriguing and a page turner. It shows a great part of history that may not be covered in your typical history book. I already enjoy learning about the first half of the 1900s, or so, and this enhanced and piqued my interest in it. I didn't want to stop reading.

~Savannah, 14yr old student

Five Stars

we loved it

I'd rather have my children reading books like this, than MOST of the things published today

I'd rather have my children reading books like this, than MOST of the things published today. A true testament to Corrie's faith in the one and only True God.

Five Stars

What an inspiring story of a great hero of history. Written for young readers (8-10).

AMAZING!!!!

I chose this rating because I completely loved this book!

I like the fact that she pressed on and loved Jesus with all of her heart.

I would recommend this book to anyone who loves amazing stories about Christian heroes.

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Title: Gabriel Finley and the Lord of Air and Darkness

Author: George Hagen

Narrator: Michael Goldstrom

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 31 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-19-17

Publisher: Listening Library

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

This exciting, emotionally rich middle grade fantasy continues the adventures of Gabriel Finley and the Raven's Riddle - which has been compared to Harry Potter, The Mysterious Benedict Society, and Phillip Pullman's His Dark Materials.

Gabriel Finley is longing to find his mother, who vanished without a trace when he was just a baby. Along with Gabriel's raven, Paladin - with whom he has a magical bond that enables them to become one creature and fly! - and his three friends, he ventures back to the ruined underground city of Aviopolis to free her from the rune in which she has been imprisoned. But Aviopolis is home to Corax, the Lord of Air and Darkness, who is also Gabriel's uncle. And before Tabitha Finley is released, Gabriel must answer a riddle...or else be imprisoned for eternity within a rune himself.

Members Reviews:

Great middle grade fantasy

Gabriel Finley and the Lord of Air and Darkness is a cute adventure story that focuses on Gabriel Finley, a boy who belongs to a line of people who have been known to become magically bonded to ravens. His uncle, however, used that power for evil and Gabriel now has to fight against him in order to save his long-lost mother and

This was a fast and easy read that focuses on friendship and family. Gabriel and his friends continually get themselves into trouble when trying to be independent and solve problems themselves, but they always have each otherâs backs and each has his or her own strengths. I love how close and supportive they all are of each other, yet still have a few minor disagreements; I feel like it perfectly encapsulates having a best friend group. Itâs also great how supportive and trusting the adults are; Gabriel and co. arenât running around by themselves because of absentee parents, but because they have parents who trust them to make responsible choices, which is a nice change of pace for storytelling.

The story itself is exciting and has lots of twists and turns, which makes for an enthralling, page-turning experience. I could see reluctant readers being sucked into a book like this â lots of action and adventure. I havenât read the first book, but still found it fairly easy to follow along (the first book is summarized quite well within the story). One of my favorite parts is how magic into everyday items throughout the story: stoves, writing desks, cages, etc. I enjoyed how this seems to take place in an every day world, but itâs all imbued with magic. This book also has fun with riddles, which are the key to magic in this fantasy world that Hagen has created; one of Gabrielâs friends makes a hobby of studying riddles so that sheâll be prepared when she needs them.

Definitely get this for the fantasy lover in your life. While itâs been compared to Harry Potter by some, I get more of a Underland Chronicles (by Suzanne Collins) feel to it â just not as dark.

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Title: The Disastrous Magical Wishes of Classroom 13

Author: Honest Lee, Matthew J. Gilbert, Joelle Dreidemy

Narrator: Caitlin Kelly

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 52 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-12-17

Publisher: Hachette Audio

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

For fans of Captain Underpants or Sideways Stories from Wayside School, this new chapter book series is perfect for reluctant listeners.

When unlucky teacher Ms. Linda LaCrosse finds a magic lamp, she releases a genie - um, I mean, a Djinn - who agrees to grant each of her students one wish!

You might think this was fantastic, but it was not. It was a frightful idea! With magic wishes come hungry dinosaurs, stinky pizza, photographing paparazzi, and other huge mistakes. As the students of Classroom 13 are about to learn, you should be careful what you wish for.

What would you do with one magic wish? The final chapter of each book encourages young listeners to write their own chapter and send it in to the author, Honest Lee!

The Disastrous Magical Wishes of Classroom 13 is the second title in a new chapter book series of hilarious stories about a very unlucky classroom. Each story is full of humor, action, and fun that will prompt hours of conversation among friends, families, and classrooms.

Members Reviews:

Delightful read, full of laugh out loud moments

Wonderful fun. This is a laugh out loud fun ride about being careful what you wish for, and thinking about what you say. Such a delightful read.

I picked up a copy of this at San Diego Comic Con at the publisher's booth as a gift for a friend's kid, and decided to give it a read before passing it along... so glad I did, I think the 5 year old is going to love it.

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Title: Lord of Monsters

Subtitle: Out of Abaton, Book 2

Author: John C. Bemis

Narrator: Ralph Lister

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 50 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-29-17

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Pinocchio can't believe the Moonlit Court is his home! With royal banquets, a regal wardrobe, and a whole new set of rules, Pinocchio has a lot to adjust to in his new life as prester alongside Princess Lazuli.

But before they can get comfortable in their thrones, a fancy dinner at the palace is interrupted by an unwelcome guest - a monster! And this isn't just any monster; it's a manticore, a beast that was imprisoned centuries earlier. Desperate to locate the prison and make sure none of its other monsters were able to escape, Lazuli, Pinocchio, and their Celestial Brigade set out to save Abaton from these ancient beings.

Their journey requires intelligence, strength, and a dash of the magic only presters control. But when Pinocchio tries to use his powers, they have an unintended effect: he is turning back into a wooden automaton. And if he's not careful, he may lose his human form forever.

The second book in the Out of Abaton series continues John Claude Bemis's reimagining of Pinocchio in an action-packed adventure that celebrates friendship, tolerance, and the power of being yourself.

Members Reviews:

Never a Dull Moment

The excellent sequel to The Wooden Prince, Lord of Monsters is jam packed with action, and it weaves mystery with several twists. John Claude Bemis constructs a vivid, magical world and characters with good values. . . some villains excepted. It's a good page-turner, and of course it leaves you ready for the third installment.

Compelling magical story with a powerful message

Not since Harry Potter has a book been so magically exciting. You'll get lost in the lush settings, beautiful and strange. Pinocchio is such a sweet, happy-go-lucky character that you can't help but cheer him on. Lord of Monsters is the second book of the Out of Abaton series, but does a nice job of presenting a tidy story all on its own. Bemis has done a wonderful job in presenting a story that is so relevant to our current state of affairs that children will not miss the message of equality: Abaton has imprisoned unattractive citizens who were not behaving as they should and were labeled as monsters. Pinocchio is able to convince the nobles that these "monsters" are every bit as worthy as other citizens, and he is able to convince the monsters that they can shed that monster label, leave the prison, and function as productive members of Abatonian society. Only Lazuli and Pinocchio as children can see the truth of the situation with their young perspective. Pinocchio, as an automa, has the added personal experience of seeing the world as a marginalized person. This book should be required reading for young middle school students.

I really enjoyed the first book

This is the second book in the Out of Abaton series. I really enjoyed the first book, The Wooden Prince, but I think this one is quite spectacular. Those who read THE WOODEN PRINCE will remember that it ends with Pinocchio transforming into a real boy. In the LORD of MONSTERS, Pinocchio must learn to adapt to being human at the same time as heâs figuring out his new responsibilities as a ruler (prester) of Abaton, along with his friend Lazuli, daughter of the former leader of Abaton, Prester John. Two things set this story apart. The incredibly imaginative cast of characters and plot devices are unparalleled. Also, themes of inclusion and tolerance are crucial to the climax.

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Titel: Der Schimmelreiter: Nach Theodor Storm (Weltliteratur für Kinder)

Autor:: Barbara Kindermann

Erzähler: Jens Harzer

Format: Unabridged

Spieldauer: 1 hr and 12 mins

Sprache: Deutsch

Veröffentlichungsdatum: 07-17-17

Herausgeber: Hoercompany

Kategorien: Kids, Ages 8-10

Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers:

Zum 200. Geburtstag von Theodor Storm

Schon als Junge interessiert sich Hauke Haien für Geometrie und Deichbau. Durch die Hochzeit mit Elke, der Tochter des alten Deichgrafen gelingt ihm der Aufstieg vom Bauernsohn zum neuen Deichgrafen. Er macht sich daran, seine fortschrittlichen Visionen von Landgewinnung und besseren Deichen zu verwirklichen. Doch die abergläubischen Dorfbewohner misstrauen ihm. Sie denken sogar, in seinem Schimmel stecke der Teufel. Als eine heftige Sturmflut Nordfriesland erschüttert, geht es um Leben und Tod.

Schauspieler Jens Harzer versteht es, die dramatischen Ereignisse der Meisternovelle lebendig werden zu lassen.

©2017 Kindermann Verlag (P)2017 Hörcompany GmbH