Vango: Between Sky and Earth

Gr 5–8—In 1934, Vango is about to join the priesthood when he's arrested for murder. Fleeing the accusations of police, Vango attempts to uncover secrets from his past and prove his innocence. He crisscrosses Europe by train, boat, and a zeppelin airship, his adventures taking him from Parisian rooftops to Mediterranean islands to Scottish forests. The story gives listeners snapshots of Vango's life from his childhood on the Aeolian Islands, his journey to adulthood, and his escape from his prosecutors. Elements of adventure, intrigue, and thrills will exhilarate listeners and leave them anxious for the sequel. Close attention is needed to keep characters and time line straight. The audio version is performed by David Devries, who keeps pace with the story and adds dimenstion to this exciting historical fiction novel.