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The Capture (Guardians of Ga’Hoole, #1)

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Fantasy Fiction Young Adult

by Kathryn Lasky

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3.88 (18.8K ratings)
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description 222 pages

The Capture by Kathryn Lasky holds a well received rating of 3.88 out of 5, based on 18.8K reader ratings. First published in 2003. The book spans 222 pages.

About The Capture

Pushed from his family's nest by his older brother, barn owl Soren is rescued from certain death on the forest floor by agents from a mysterious school for orphaned owls, St. Aggie's. With a new friend, clever and scrappy Gylfie, he uncovers a training camp for the leader's own nefarious goal.

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Author Kathryn Lasky
Published 2003
Pages 222
Genres Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult
Average Rating 3.88 / 5.00
Total Ratings 18,830

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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18.8K ratings
With a rating of 3.88, The Capture is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.06, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.88
This Book
4.06
Fantasy Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Capture?

The Capture is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Capture worth reading?

Based on 18.8K reader ratings, The Capture has an average score of 3.88 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is The Capture?

The Capture has 222 pages.

Who wrote The Capture?

The Capture was written by Kathryn Lasky. It was first published in 2003.

What is the ISBN for The Capture?

The ISBN-13 for The Capture is 9780439405580.0.

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