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  • The Capture

  • Guardians of Ga'Hoole, Book One
  • By: Kathryn Lasky
  • Narrated by: Pamela Garelick
  • Length: 5 hrs and 43 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (178 ratings)

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The Capture

By: Kathryn Lasky
Narrated by: Pamela Garelick
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Publisher's Summary

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

Critic Reviews

"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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was wonderful to listen too.

Really enjoyed the beginning of the journey. I am eager to listen to more 9f the story.

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Best book

I like how this is a kingdom of Animals. It’s interesting how there are no humans. One of the best books I’ve listened to. (Review by boy aged 8)

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Great imagination and strong storyline

A wonderful story for young minds.
It has some dark outcomes for some characters so would recommend for older children

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AMAZING !!!!!!!!

An excellent super excellent brilliant book I love it very highly recommended for anyone ages 9 or 10-14

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This story was so awesome

This book was superb and I loved it. It was amazing and awesome and cool.

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  • 15-08-2021

Great listen

the book the movie was based on. Great Science Fiction for pre teen plus (might be scary for younger listeners). Drama, war/communism, mild thriller, clean, good morals.

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🦉 OWLS RULE!!!!!!!

I love this story! I first read it at the beginning of the year on the first day back of school. That was the day I started book one. I love it and highly recommend it.

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Found story confusing

I could not figure out what it was about other than owl chicks and eggs being stolen

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6yr old daughter loved it!

She is very keen to read on and find out what happens next! Has already got me to purchase up to book 8!

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