54 pages 1 hour read

Kenneth Oppel

Airborn

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2004

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Reviews & Readership

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Kenneth Oppel's Airborn captivates readers with its imaginative, high-flying adventure and well-crafted characters. Praised for its vivid world-building and fast-paced narrative, the book appeals to both young adults and older readers alike. Some critics note, however, that certain plot elements may feel predictable. Overall, it is a delightful blend of adventure and fantasy.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Airborn?

Readers who enjoy adventure-filled, steampunk-style narratives like Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials series or Jules Verne's Around the World in Eighty Days will be captivated by Kenneth Oppel's Airborn. Ideal for young adult fans of imaginative world-building and fast-paced plotlines.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Book Details

Genre
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Action / Adventure
Children's Literature
Themes
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Self Discovery
Society: Class