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School Library Journal
Reviewed on June 1, 2009
Gr 6-10 This sequel to "Airborn" (2004) and "Skybreaker" (2005, both Eos) continues the fabulous adventures of Matt Cruse and Kate de Vries. In classic steampunk fashion, this book blends the best of Victorian society and science fiction. No longer content to be confined to planet Earth, Kate and Matt leap at...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Magazine
Reviewed on May 1, 2009
Oppel's books are equally notable for their action-packed plots and superb characterization, a combination that is not always easy to find in the fantasy/science fiction genre. Matt Cruse and Kate de Vries are back for their third adventure following their exploits in Airborn (rev. 7/04) and Skybreaker (rev. 1/06) and, not surprisingly, their relationship is pushed to the limits right along with their adrenaline. Matt figure...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2009
Matt Cruse and Kate de Vries (<i>Airborn</i>, <i>Skybreaker</i>) join the Canadian team that plans to launch its first spacecraft. Be...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Junior Library Guild
Reviewed on March 1, 2009
Fans of Matt Cruse and Kate de Vries will be happy to learn that their favorite characters are back in the latest adventure from Kenneth Oppel. This time, Kate’s ruthlessness and obstinacy take center stage as she accepts a rich man’s marriage proposal in order to keep her parents from vetoing her trip to outer space. Oppel’s exploration of Kate’s darker side is fascinating and gratifying. It’s to his credit that he lets the reader decide whether or not Kate is justified in doing whatever she can to pursue ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
