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The Murderer's Ape

By: Jakob Wegelius
Narrated by: Kimberly Farr
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"This may be the most charming book I’ve read all year." (The New York Times)

"I don’t know when I last read a book with such pure and unalloyed pleasure." (Philip Pullman, internationally best-selling author of the His Dark Materials series)

Winner of the Mildred L. Batchelder Award, this is a captivating story about dark truths and heinous crimes as well as unexpected friendships. Perfect for fans of Brian Selznick and mystery and detective stories.

Sally Jones is not only a loyal friend, she's an extraordinary individual. In overalls or in a maharaja's turban, this unique gorilla moves among humans without speaking but understanding everything. She and the Chief are devoted comrades who operate a cargo boat. A job they are offered pays big bucks, but the deal ends badly, and the Chief is falsely convicted of murder.

For Sally Jones this is the start of a harrowing quest for survival and to clear the Chief's name. Powerful forces are working against her, and they will do anything to protect their secrets.

©2017 Jakob Wegelius (P)2017 Listening Library Action & Adventure Crime Difficult Situations Family & Relationships Fantasy Fiction Friendship Literature & Fiction Mysteries & Detectives Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Science Fiction & Fantasy Thrillers & Suspense Mystery Detective Exciting

Critic reviews

"Slyly funny and poignant...a thrilling adventure." (Caldecott Medal winner Paul O. Zelinsky)

"Features a complex mystery, an intricately constructed narrative, and deep characters. Committed, careful readers will be richly rewarded." (Kirkus Reviews)

"A richly imagined and thoroughly unique adventure." (Booklist)
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Loved this story! I am planning a trip to Portugal because of it!! Thought the reading could have been slightly better, narrator like to use the same accent for everyone.

Trip around the world!

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Sally Jones narration of the story's series of events uses some sophisticated language, but with a somewhat childlike viewpoint. Some of the mystery's revelations were a long time telegraphed before she puts things together for herself. Still. I like the approach for middle and high school readers.

Childlike telling of an intriguing series of events

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Can't possibly be better than this! You must listen to it! And then continue with the new book "The false rose". Enjoy!

Amazing story and an extraordinary performance!

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