
Airborn
Reviews

I mostly loved it, especially the airships (I wish they were real though) but for some reason Kate and Matt were............ pretty stereotypical............. Chief Vlad was amazing though

Airborn was an unexpected delight! It turns out that this story takes place on an alternate Earth that is borderline steampunk in nature. I don't think everyone runs around wearing goggles, knee-high boots, and trench coats with one thousand buckles, but they have airships. I love airships! Airborn is about a boy, Matt Cruse, who lives on an airship. His father used to be a member of the ship's crew, but he has since passed away. His mother and sister live in a small apartment back at "home," while Matt earns money as a cabin boy. Since young Matt is now the man of the house, he works hard to send money back to his mother and sister. During a voyage, Matt's airship is attacked by pirates, yes air pirates, just like in Disney's Tailspin or Treasure Planet! Except these pirates mean business! The attack leaves the airship damaged and forces it to land on an uncharted island, making rescue seem unlikely. Of course, there's a girl on board, and she and Matt make a startling discovery on the island - something that if they ever make it home will change the course of their lives forever. That's about all I want to tell you about this story because I want you to go find the audiobook and listen to it immediately (I found it on Libby: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/libby-b...)! Look for the version that says it is read by David Kelly and the Full Cast Family. This edition of the story was so much fun to listen to! The full cast did such a great job! It was just like listening to a radio drama. The story is a grand adventure, with a hint of romance, and did I mention air pirates?! I can safely say that this story can be enjoyed by a wide range of ages. I don't believe you will find much of anything in the story that is objectionable. Oh, and this is book one in a three-book series, so the adventure doesn't stop here. OK, bookmark this page, grab your phone/tablet, pull up Libby and borrow this book now. No really, it's OK. I'll wait right here while you do that. PS. I just discovered that the library system here in Oklahoma City has books 2 and 3 available on audiobook (also with the full cast)!





















