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Silverwing

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Silverwing

by Kenneth Oppel

HarperCollins Publishers Ltd | September 1, 1998 | Mass Market Paperbound

A 1997 Notable Book - Smithsonian magazine

A 1997 Best Book for Young Adults - The Globe and Mail

An ABA "Pick of the Lists" for 1997

Shade, the runty young Silverwing bat whose quest for the truth catapults him into waters both dangerous and exciting, has captivated the imaginations of children and adults alike. An instant popular favourite and critic's choice in both Canada and the U.S., Silverwing is an extraordinary journey filled with heart-stopping adventure and unforgettable characters.

Shortlisted for the Ruth Schwartz Award, the Ontario Library Association's Silver Birch Award and the Blue Heron Award and named an ALA Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers, Silverwing is a richly layered fantasy for middle readers - and older ones too.

"A tour-de-force fantasy ... A can't-put-it-down adventure for readers around age eight all the way to adult." - Smithsonian magazine (A 1997 Notable Book)

"Replete with appealing characters, scary adversaries, bat lore, natural history, unanswered questions, and conflicting theologies, the story takes on a promising epic sweep..." - Kirkus Reviews

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    Rating: 5/5

    Adventurous

    Colleen Staples

    5 weeks ago

    A newborn bat named Shade is swept away from his colony while on his way to hibernate. He meets a girl bat named Marina and together they must find their way home and unlock some mysteries too. An excellent book, don't forget to read the others in this series!

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    Rating: 5/5

    Excellent Book

    Steven R. McEvoy

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    2 years ago

    When I first read this book 10 years ago it blew me away. I was in university at the time, and doing a children's lit course, and read a number of award winners to supplement the 15 or so books we read for the course. This book was one I picked up that summer and I have been a huge fan of Kenneth Oppel ever since. This story is a coming-of-age story; it is the story of Shade a young silverwing bat who is the runt in his colony. During the annual migration to the colony's winter roost, he is separated from his friends and family. Shade sets out to find his colony and alone and desperate he braves the outside world. As winter approaches he must find his colony or a safe haven quickly, or else he will perish.

    This book is very well written, told in the black and white world of a bat and echo vision. The story is fascinating and the adventure runs non-stop. The first time I read this I could not put it down. This time through I took it a little slower and really savoured the book. It won 11 literary awards and has numerous sequels now. Pick it up for an excellent read.

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    Rating: 5/5

    Deserves its awards

    Lindsey Carmichael

    • Chapters Employee

    3 years ago

    A fascinating blend of history, mythology, and biology, Silverwing is also a gripping adventure story. Shade is a spunky, determined character that kids will identify with, despite his wings.

    Award-winning Canadian fiction, this series is a great choice for book reports!

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    graham

    Rating: 5/5

    the best

    graham

    12 years ago

    this book rocks. the best book i ever read.

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Little Shade may not be the biggest bat in his colony, but he's full of spunk and determination to keep up with the others. But there's nothing he can do when a strong wind blows him off course while migrating south for the winter. Alone and afraid, he finds himself in the middle of the ocean and winter's quickly moving in. He's not going to give up this easily, he decides, and sets out to meet up with his friends and family. Silverwing is an inspiring story by Kenneth Oppel that shows kids they can do whatever they want if they set their mind to it.

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A 1997 Notable Book - Smithsonian magazine

A 1997 Best Book for Young Adults - The Globe and Mail

An ABA "Pick of the Lists" for 1997

Shade, the runty young Silverwing bat whose quest for the truth catapults him into waters both dangerous and exciting, has captivated the imaginations of children and adults alike. An instant popular favourite and critic's choice in both Canada and the U.S., Silverwing is an extraordinary journey filled with heart-stopping adventure and unforgettable characters.

Shortlisted for the Ruth Schwartz Award, the Ontario Library Association's Silver Birch Award and the Blue Heron Award and named an ALA Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers, Silverwing is a richly layered fantasy for middle readers - and older ones too.

"A tour-de-force fantasy ... A can't-put-it-down adventure for readers around age eight all the way to adult." - Smithsonian magazine (A 1997 Notable Book)

"Replete with appealing characters, scary adversaries, bat lore, natural history, unanswered questions, and conflicting theologies, the story takes on a promising epic sweep..." - Kirkus Reviews

Employee Review Melanie from Chapters # 916, Kelowna, BC

Shade is born into a colony of bats and struggles from day one. His mother dares not lose her son now that her mate is gone. Shade pushes his limits and soon finds himself lost and days away from his migrating colony, only to befriend another bat in the same plight. Together, they journey to find their home and face the dangers of war between the owls and the bats. As they struggle to warn their colony, they learn the secret behind the fighting -- only to realize that no one will believe them.

About the Author

KENNETH OPPEL is a literary phenomenon who had his first novel for children published at age 17. His Silverwing Saga, which includes Silverwing, Sunwing and Firewing, has sold over a million copies worldwide and has won numerous awards. His most recent bestsellers include Skybreaker, which won the 2006 Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Award and the Red Maple Award, and Airborn, winner of the 2004 Governor General's Award and the 2005 Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Award. Kenneth Oppel, voted Author of the Year in 2006 by the Canadian Booksellers Association, lives in Toronto with his wife and three children. He recently received the Vicky Metcalf Award for Children's Literature. Visit him online at www.kennethoppel.com or www.darkwing.ca.

Edition Details

Mr. Christie's Award Winner 2000

Mass Market Paperbound

304 Pages, 4.09 x 6.69 x 0.68 in

September 1, 1998

HarperCollins Publishers Ltd

English

Canadian Author


0006481795
9780006481799

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