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suehc's review against another edition
3.0
I liked the beginnning but then it got a little confusing.
protoman21's review against another edition
2.0
I hate to do it, but I'm going to have to call this book a complete failure. I was with the story until the plane trip that landed the kids in Falling Bird. At that point, the story bounced around so much that it was impossible to follow and enjoy. I think it was possible to craft a story in this world that did not feel so disjointed, but for whatever reason, Choldenko chose to leave that reader in complete darkness, and just when you started to follow a thread, she would switch to one of the other narrators, and jump forward so much that you always felt like you were missing pages from the book. The ending did give me chills, but I believe she had this idea in her head with a great ending and was just in too big of a rush to get there that she left everyone else behind.
curiousnico's review against another edition
2.0
I received this in the mail just after christmas as an ARC from the publishers, I had a bit of trouble actually getting into this book, i didn't feel like it took hold of me and pulled me in. while usually one can gain a fair bit of insight and point of views when the POV alternates with each chapter, I find it impersonal, and confusing because it makes it a bit difficult to focus when reading the book. (i had the same issue with bleed Laurie Faria Stolarz. each chapter was told from a different characters point of view and it made it difficult to focus or even really pay attention to what was going on in the book because you were too busy trying to remember who's point of view it was from.) I had the same issue with this book as well, and maybe thats why it was hard for be to focus or really get into it which is why it took me so long to read. aside from that its pretty simple. they're told by their mother that they have to leave to live with their uncle, they board a plane, land and realize that they're in a place they aren't supposed to be. basically, they're supposed to be in denver, and meet with their uncle; but when they land they feel like they aren't where they're supposed to be. I don't really want o say much else, as you'll have to read it for yourself. i will say though, that i'm not exactly a fan of it; but everyone gains their own opinion about things so..pick it up and give it a shot, you might like it. as for me, i give it two stars. =\
gmamartha's review against another edition
3.0
Definitely a surprise ending... but to mature readers it does make sense.
jefftheevilpotato's review against another edition
I couldn't suspend my disbelief enough for this book to work, the story is built off of something irrational.
alidottie's review against another edition
4.0
Listened to this book. I wasn't crazy about this book, but the ending won me over. I think this is the kind of ending that you either love or hate. I liked it.
misspippireads's review against another edition
3.0
The Tompkin siblings are traveling on an adventure. Their home was sold and they're on their way to live with their Uncle. Strangely enough before their reach their Uncle's home, they discover the city of Falling Bird. Mom told them to stay together, but it's difficult in Falling Bird and even worse to try to find answers.
Are you familiar with Choldenko's Al Capone series? If not, I would highly recommend those two books. If you are familiar with Al Capone, don't jump into this novel with the same mindset of historical fiction. No Passengers Beyond This Point is a modern tale of loss, questions, tragedy, answers, and family. A very good friend recommended this book, but warned me...this is not like her other stories. Too true, friend. I was intrigued by the layout of the plot. As an adult, I guessed the answer too soon. I believe the wonder of Falling Bird will amaze elementary students when they listen or read this story.
No Passengers Beyond This Point was read by three named artist - Becca Battoe, Jesse Berstein and Tara Sands - one for each child. I recongized Jesse's voice at the actor for Percy Jackson. It was very difficult not to picture Percy Jackson. The gals were all right. Becca shared a very amused and annoyed elder sibling. Tara shared an enthusiastic and inquisitive young child. All in all - they pegged the roles well. Using multiple voices worked well with the books as each chapter featured a different sibling. I would like to see this style demonstrated in other novels.
Are you familiar with Choldenko's Al Capone series? If not, I would highly recommend those two books. If you are familiar with Al Capone, don't jump into this novel with the same mindset of historical fiction. No Passengers Beyond This Point is a modern tale of loss, questions, tragedy, answers, and family. A very good friend recommended this book, but warned me...this is not like her other stories. Too true, friend. I was intrigued by the layout of the plot. As an adult, I guessed the answer too soon. I believe the wonder of Falling Bird will amaze elementary students when they listen or read this story.
No Passengers Beyond This Point was read by three named artist - Becca Battoe, Jesse Berstein and Tara Sands - one for each child. I recongized Jesse's voice at the actor for Percy Jackson. It was very difficult not to picture Percy Jackson. The gals were all right. Becca shared a very amused and annoyed elder sibling. Tara shared an enthusiastic and inquisitive young child. All in all - they pegged the roles well. Using multiple voices worked well with the books as each chapter featured a different sibling. I would like to see this style demonstrated in other novels.
tytie's review against another edition
2.0
didnt make much sense, honestly. i understood the main ideas but a lot of the fluff of the book was unexplained and just made it worse. it’s literally just an allegory for the time when they decide if they want to live.
alex1252's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
i thought the world was very interesting but the ending felt abrupt and like a very cliche ending if the author wasn’t sure how to end it