The Siege [CD]

《猫头鹰王国4:围攻》内容简介：一指大师终于回到了伟大的珈瑚树，但事情并非就如此变得简单。赛林带领的精英团队潜入圣灵枭发现了纯族密探潜伏到圣灵枭的秘密。塞林可怕的哥哥昆郎将带领纯族对珈瑚树发动一次打规模的攻击，珈瑚树的卫士们又该如何抵抗来自强大的纯族的攻击呢？

Much-loved author Kathryn Lasky continues to bring the fantastic Guardians of Ga'Hoole owl world to life in this, the fourth book of the New York Times bestselling series.

Soren's beloved mentor, Ezylryb, is finally back at the Great Ga'Hoole Tree. But all is not well. There's a war between good and evil in the owl kingdom. On one side is a group led by Soren's fearsome brother, Kludd, who wears a terrifying metal mask to cover his battle-scarred face. On the other side are the owls of the Great Ga'Hoole Tree, who must fight to protect their legendary tree from Kludd's attacks. Soren, his friends, and the other owls at the Great Ga'Hoole Tree enter into fierce combat against Kludd's forces. They win a major battle, but warfare is not over yet.

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Kathryn Lasky captivates us with the gripping and terrifying events that fill the lives of these extraordinary owls. . . Spiced with a sprinkling of mythology, mysticism and wonderful characterizations, The Siege is an excellent continuation of a unique series. --Through the Looking Glass Children's Book Review

[Pamela Garelick] delivers the depth of personality Lasky has invested in her flock of owls and energetically leads us through the plot twists. Garelick's distinguished yet likable voice is simply wonderful--her lively characterizations of little owls and maternally inclined snakes all delight. She's also expert at recapping the owl's complex history so that it's clear to new listeners, yet fresh for the already familiar. --AudioFile

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