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Airman (Unabridged) [Audio Download]

by Eoin Colfer (Author), John Keating (Narrator)
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  • Audio Download
  • Listening Length: 11 hours and 24 minutes
  • Program Type: Audiobook
  • Version: Unabridged
  • Publisher: AudioGO Ltd.
  • Audible Release Date: 25 Sep 2008
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B002SQ1S1E
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)

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Conor Broekhart was born to fly. Or more accurately, he was born flying. Little wonder he became what he became.

In an age of discovery and invention, many dreamed of flying, but for Conor flight was more than just a dream, it was his destiny.

©2008 Eoin Colfer; (P)2008 BBC Audiobooks Ltd
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38 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have just finished reading Airman, and I must say, what a read! Colfer has proved that he is more than the flippant humour of Artemis Fowl, though he maintains the boyish appeal in this one. It is a thrilling, enjoyable book, with influences of Northern Lights, Jules Verne and Dumas abound; though since this story has an entirely original setting, there is a good smattering of what we might now call "Colfer" within!

Well done to him, and may this book enjoy the success it deserves!
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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful
The boy who could fly 15 Feb 2008
By Inspector Gadget VINE™ VOICE
Format:Hardcover
Eoin Colfer is one of my favorite authors when it comes to children's books (make that young adult books) and I love the Artemis Fowl series and Half Moon Investigations. Airman was obviously and instant buy for me no matter what it was about. There's no magic or goblins in this one but there is a lot of fun and invention to be had with an alternate Irish history.

The books takes place in the Saltee Islands, which are actually part of Ireland, but are a separate country in book thanks to independence gained through a diamond mine fortune. The islands are a beacon of modern technology (the book is set in the 1880s) thanks to a benevolent king, a genius scientist and imaginative child named Conor. But when an evil Royal Guard assassinates the king he sets up Conor to take the fall and spend the rest of his life on the island's hellhole prison.

From this point on, the book takes a sort of Count of Monte Cristo twist with Conor assuming a new identity, learning all he can about being a formidable good guy and planning an elaborate escape through the use of manned flight.

It's very fasted-paced and you'll be unable to put the book down. Colfer's love of the Irish countryside and history is obvious once again, I can just imagine him out for a stroll deciding to use some enchanting little place he has discovered. The door is left open for a sequel of sorts, but I think it's just more of a deliberately ambiguous ending since tying up all loose ends would involve too much exposition. My second favorite non-Artemis Fowl book next to Half Moon Investigations.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Colfer in history 1 Feb 2008
By bookaholic VINE™ VOICE
Format:Hardcover
The story of Conor Broekhart brings a new twist to the history of flight. Colfer brings the excitement of discovery, the tears of betrayal and hope of redemption to life with this book. I liked Conor's stay on Little Saltee best. I guess it was Conor's ability to keep hoping that impressed me the most.

I've liked all of his books thus far, and this book is no exception to that rule. Colfer's style of writing is highly readable and enjoyable.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Superb!
First, with all reviews I must stress it is in my opinion, of course. I would say this book is brilliant! , with an increcibly brilliant hero as well. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Alaba
Unremarkable yet engaging
There's a strong feeling of familiarity in Airman; the plot following a boy on the run who must learn who he is and whom he can be is a fantasy staple. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mr. G. Battle
Read this in an Irish Accent
Almost a fairy tale with lots of drama and scary parts, as in all the best fairy tales. There's plenty of justified moral outrage poured over the perfidiousness of power which... Read more
Published on 18 Sep 2009 by Donald Lush
Was this written by Eoin Colfer
I have read all Eoin Colfer other books and enjoyed them all but didn't recognise his style in this book. If it was written by Eoin I hope this was only a temporary loss of form.
Published on 15 Jun 2009 by Dcsf M. Arrowsmith
Just try putting it down
Eoin Colfer has crafted another incredible book. Although this is a work of historical fiction, rather than fantasy, once again he transports you to another world through a set of... Read more
Published on 27 April 2009 by G. Kirkpatrick
You Can't Put It Down
Another brillent book from Eoin Colfer. A fast action book that may appeal to an older audience. A historical based story it holds the reader interested all the time, with lots of... Read more
Published on 26 Feb 2009 by Angel
Different but good.
Its different to Twilight, Alex Rider and Jason Steed, but its still a great book. I would not over recommend it, I have just started reading Jimmy Coates they are in the same... Read more
Published on 23 Oct 2008 by Charles Noades
What a fabulous book!
I read Airman immediately after reading the latest Artemis Fowl book. I love Eoin Colfer and was once again amazed by his storytelling ability. Read more
Published on 15 Oct 2008 by Mrs. S. R. Wray
Amazing story
An amazing story, let down by the lack of pace and flow. The story is very original, although not up there with the Alex Rider, Jason Steed, James Bond and Jimmy Coates, its better... Read more
Published on 10 July 2008 by Ian Young
Airman is..........different
While i bought the book hoping it would spawn into a series and that it would have a bit more....................snap! This was not what i expected. Read more
Published on 5 July 2008 by Glen Smith
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