Reviews

Starclimber by Kenneth Oppel

protoman21's review against another edition

5.0

Simply put, I love Matt Cruse. He is the perfect protagonist. He has strength of character, moral resolve, ambition, while at the same time he has frailties, doubts, and insecurities. Starclimber is another non-stop thrill ride with Matt advancing from astronaut training to being one of the first people into outer space. The training is exciting in it's own right and introduces us to some new members of the supporting cast who make a strong impression. Tobias and Shepard are almost complete opposites, but each play an important role in helping Matt reach his true potential. When Matt found out he wasn't picked to be an astronaut and then found out about Kate's engagement, my heart plummeted and I was barely able to read on. What a gut-wrenching turn of events and so elegantly delivered. Oppel writes at the perfect level for Young Adults. His stories are thrilling, but they are also complex emotionally. These two sides make for a perfect package.

caitlinh311's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

renuked's review against another edition

5.0

First read: January 25 to 26, 2012
Reread: January 3, 2017

roseleaf24's review against another edition

4.0

This is such a fun book. There are a few hidden gems among the steampunk, and the resolution here is very satisfying. A wonderful adventure.

emilystewart's review

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

aliciasirois's review against another edition

4.0

In the end, Kate ended up redeeming herself, so I liked this book the most out of the series.

norcaldawnrae's review against another edition

adventurous hopeful medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

dreamweavermirar's review against another edition

5.0

Much like the previous books in the series, Starclimber is a book I couldn't put down, despite having a essay due the next day! Starclimber has a excellent mix of action, drama, and romance- with lots of and lots of adventure that made it hard for me to stay in my seat. I highly recommend it, and it's prequels, Airborn and Skybreaker.

aoosterwyk's review against another edition

4.0

Matt and Kate are back for a new adventure. This time to outer space. There are no rockets, but a long cable for their ship to climb. Kate plans to investigate new life forms and Matt is eager to fly as high as possible. Captain Walken pilots the ship and it's great to have him aboard as well as some new characters to round out the crew. This series continues to be interesting, exciting and well written.

kristyreadsalot_'s review against another edition

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.25