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The Capture

Guardians of Ga'Hoole, Book One

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The Capture

Written by: Kathryn Lasky
Narrated by: Pamela Garelick
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Soren is born in the forest of Tyto, a tranquil kingdom where the Barn Owls dwell. But evil lurks in the owl world, evil that threatens to change Soren's life forever.

Soren is captured and taken to a dark and forbidding canyon where there is a mysterious school. It's called an orphanage, but Soren believes it's something far worse.

He and his new friend, the clever and scrappy Gylfie, find out that the orphanage is actually a training camp. Soren and Gylfie know that the only way out is up. To escape, they will need to do something these fledglings have never done before: fly. And so begins a magical journey. Along the way, Soren and Gylfie meet Twilight and Digger. The four owls band together to seek the truth, be reunited with their families, and protect the owl world from unimaginable danger.

©2003 Kathryn Lasky (P)2006 Blackstone Audiobooks Action & Adventure Animal Fiction Animals Animals & Nature Fantasy Fantasy & Magic Fiction Literature & Fiction Primary Education Science Fiction & Fantasy Kids Fiction
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What the critics say

"The story's fast pace, menacing bad guys, and flashes of humor make this a good choice for reluctant readers, while the underlying message about the power of legends provides a unifying element and gives strong appeal for fantasy fans." (School Library Journal)
"Broad themes related to the nature of personal choice, the need for fellowship based on love and trust, and sharing knowledge with one's peers are presented compellingly and with swift grafting to the animal adventure story." (Booklist)
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Had these books when I was a kid but just never got around to reading them. listening to it now and they're great

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amazing story I love the plot and the performance was wonderful I just love the whole series

love it

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Awesome story and plot! Amazing characters (I love Gylfie she is my favorite) the narrator does a good job as well.

Awesome

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Narrator's voice can be a little grating at times, but not overwhelmingly so, however I get that one person trying to give each character a different voice is difficult. Despite that it is a great performance overall

One of my absolute favourite book series

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