Bøger af Kenneth Oppel

A stunning adaptation of a tale that's been winning hearts for twenty-five yearsShade is a young Silverwing bat, the runt of his colony. But he's determined to prove himself on the long, dangerous winter migration to Hibernaculum, millions of wingbeats to the south. When he becomes separated from the other bats during a fierce storm, he must undertake the most incredible journey of his young life.

Now in paperback--a swashbuckling new fantasy by the bestselling author of the Silverwing trilogy. In the early 20th century, a young orphan serves as a cabin boy aboard an airship and is witness to life-and-death battles in the sea and above land.

The Boundless, the greatest train ever built, is on its maiden voyage across the country, and first-class passenger Will Everett is about to embark on the adventure of his life! When Will ends up in possession of the key to a train car containing priceless treasures, he becomes the target of sinister figures from his past. In order to survive, Will must join a traveling circus, enlisting the aid of Mr. Dorian, the ringmaster and leader of the troupe, and Maren, a girl his age who is an expert escape artist. With villains fast on their heels, can Will and Maren reach Will’s father and save The Boundless before someone winds up dead? “Canadian railway history, fantasy, a flutter of romance—and a thoughtful examination of social injustice—collide in this entertaining swashbuckler from the author of Printz Honor–winning Airborne” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review).

A small bat’s curiosity leads to an action-packed odyssey in the acclaimed Silverwing trilogy from Kenneth Oppel, now available as a collectible boxed set.Shade is a young silverwing bat, the runt of his colony, and he’s determined to prove himself on the long, dangerous winter migration to Hibernaculum. But when a fierce storm separates Shade from his colony, he soon faces the most incredible journey of his young life—and that journey is just the beginning of an epic trilogy of adventure, wonder, and suspense. Ideal for fans of Tolkien and fantasy, this boxed set includes paperback editions of Silverwing, Sunwing, and Firewing.

Para algunos chiquillos, el verano no es sino un soleado periodo de diversión. Pero para Steve es una temporada más de preocupaciones. De angustia por su pequeño hermano recién nacido, quien lucha día a día por sobrevivir; de inquietud por sus padres, titubeantes y devastados ante la perspectiva de un futuro terrible; de insomnio ante la ominosa presencia de un avispero en el tejado de su casa. Así que, cuando la reina de las avispas anida en sus sueños, ofreciéndole allí sanación para su pequeño hermano, Steve mira en el suceso la solución a todos sus males. Lo único que tiene que hacer es aceptar, decir "sí". Pero en esa palabra se esconde gran poder y peligro. Y una vez que se pronuncia, ¿será posible dar marcha atrás? For some kids, summer is but a sunny time filled with fun. For Steve, it is a season full of worry. He worries about his baby brother and his daily fight to survive, about his parents who are trying their best to cope, and he even worries about the wasp's nest looming ominously from the roof of his house. So when a mysterious wasp queen invades his dreams, offering to "fix" the baby, Steve thinks his prayers have been answered. All he has to do is say "Yes." But "yes" is a powerful word. It is also a dangerous one. And once it is uttered, can it be taken back?

A legendary ghost ship. An incredible treasure. A death-defying adventure. Forty years ago, the airship Hyperion vanished with untold riches in its hold. Now, accompanied by heiress Kate de Vries and a mysterious gypsy, Matt Cruse is determined to recover the ship and its treasures. But 20,000 feet above the Earth's surface, pursued by those who have hunted the Hyperion since its disappearance, and surrounded by deadly high-altitude life forms, Matt and his companions soon find themselves fighting not only for the Hyperion?but for their very lives.

One man's blood could hold the key to curing cancer. That man is a death row killer. And he'll kill again rather than give it to you. How badly do you want it? David Haines sits on death row, imprisoned for murdering leading research doctors in the name of God. Meanwhile, the brilliant oncologist Dr. Laura Donaldson battles a disease that kills just as ruthlessly, and in an ironic twist of fate, Laura discovers that the murderer may hold within him the cure for cancer. When she unwittingly helps Haines escape from prison, she and FBI agent Kevin Sheldrake--a man with his own demons to overcome -- embark on a terrifying manhunt that takes them across the country and deep into their own troubled pasts. For both Laura and Kevin it is imperative that the killer be brought back alive -- but Haines would sooner kill himself and everyone else rather than offer his precious blood for medical science. Kenneth Oppel brilliantly entwines three compelling characters in this masterfully paced thriller that moves seamlessly between the worlds of science and religion. The Devil's Cure will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

Ben Tomlin has been an only child for thirteen years. So when his research-scientist parents bring home a baby chimp to raise as a human child, Ben's life is turned upside-down. Teaching a baby chimp how to understand language is not his idea of fun, especially when he's trying to settle in at his new school. But it isn't long before Zan's infectious personality endears him to everyone and he becomes a real member of the family. But just what will happen when he grows up and the experiment comes to an end? Ben must take dramatic steps, and the repercussions ricochet through his home and community with devastating results.This phenomenal novel is a thought-provoking story of relationships and family, first love, growing up, ethics and dilemmas.

When does obsession become madness? Tragedy has forced sixteen-year-old Victor Frankenstein to swear off alchemy forever. He burns the Dark Library. He vows he will never dabble in the dark sciences again, just as he vows he will no longer covet Elizabeth, his brother's betrothed. If only these things were not so tempting. When Victor and Elizabeth discover a portal into the spirit world, they cannot resist. Together with their friend Henry, they venture into a place of infinite possibilities where power and passion reign. But as they search for the knowledge to raise the dead, they unknowingly unlock a darkness from which they may never return.

"e;Astonishing"e;TheNew York Times Book ReviewA brilliantly funny, highly illustrated story about how a little ink splot changes a family forever. Perfect for those who love Hoot, Holes, orFrindle!The Rylance family is stuck. Dad's got writer's block. Ethan promised to illustrate a group project at school--even though he can't draw. Sarah's still pining for a puppy. And they all miss Mom.Enter Inkling. Inkling begins life in Mr. Rylance's sketchbook. But one night the ink of his drawings runs together--and then leaps off the page! This small burst of creativity is about to change everything.Ethan finds him first. Inkling has absorbed a couple chapters of his math book--not good--and the story he's supposed to be illustrating for school--also not good. But Inkling's also started drawing the pictures to go with the story--which is amazing! It's just the help Ethan was looking for! Inkling helps the rest of the family too--for Sarah he's a puppy. And for Dad he's a spark of ideas for a new graphic novel. It's exactly what they all want. It's not until Inkling goes missing that this family has to face the larger questions of what they--and Inkling--truly need.*; A New York Times Notable Book*;A New York Public Library Best Book of the Year -- top ten selection*;"e;A true-to-life family, some can't-put-it-down excitement, a few deep questions, and more than a little bit of magic.This book is everything, and I loved every page."e; Rebecca Stead, Newbery Medalist forWhen You Reach Me

Magical drawing ink comes to life, as eleven-year-old Ethan tries to prove he is as talented as his famous father. A fun and engagingly-paced story for readers of "Beetle Boy" and "Flora & Ulysses".

Når man først har sagt ja er en sælsom bog om familie, drømme og en drengs kamp for at overkomme frygt, så han kan redde sin bror.  Bogen blander drømme- og realplan på en så intelligent måde, at man som læser sidder yderst på stolekanten i spænding over, hvordan det hele ender. En bog som sætter sig i en efterfølgende. "I hans bedste værk til dato, fortæller Kenneth Oppel historien om Steven, en konstant nervøs dreng med en alvorligt syg lillebror og vedvarende drømme om englelignende væsner. Det er et mesterværk." –The Globe and MailPressen skriver:»Steve er godt klar over, at han ikke er, som gennemsnittet […] ens hjerte kommer til at bløde for ham […] Jeg kan helt sikkert anbefale bogen. Den er skræmmende, fantastisk og vidunderligt ærlig.«– Lilly, Bookeater»En spændende og gysende historie om kampen med frygten for døden.«  – Lektør»Oh, man bliver så glad, når en fortælling for børn (og opefter) beskæftiger sig med alvorlige og meningsfulde (og magiske) ting. Canadiske Kenneth Oppel har fået både priser og lovprisninger for denne bog, som foruden liv og død og mod handler om – hvepse.«– Steffen Larsen, Politikken»Det her er børnelitteratur i bedste vægtklasse, som blandt andet stiller spørgsmålet om det perfekte. Det er en mørk, men interessant og tankevækkende roman og udført, så det er en sproglig nydelse hele vejen, hvor det hele til slut falder på plads på sin egen måde [...] Meget stor roman.«  –  Kent Poulsen, Børn & Bøger