The more I worked on 'Half Brother,' the more it seemed to me the story was really about love in all its possible forms - how and why we decide to bestow it, or withdraw it; how we decide what… — Kenneth Oppel Copy Share Image
The seed for my novel 'Half Brother' was planted in my mind over twenty years ago, but didn't germinate until late 2007 when I came across the obituary for Washoe, an extraordinary chimpanzee who had learned over 250 words of… — Kenneth Oppel Copy Share Image
“ 'I really don't see what all the fuss is about, Sir Hugh,' said Kate with a polite smile. 'As a man of science… — Kenneth Oppel Copy Share Image
“No, indeed, 'pig' is very expressive. And an excellent description of a fellow who flirts with his brother's beloved.” — Kenneth Oppel Copy Share Image
“I whirled to see the snake springing up from the ferns and bouncing towards us, fast. This time we turned and ran. Every time… — Kenneth Oppel Copy Share Image
“Individuality: ten. Cautiousness: three. Combativeness: nine." She looked over and gave me a wink. "Well, what did you expect from a pirate's daughter? Hope:… — Kenneth Oppel Copy Share Image
“I'm just trying to spare you hurt. Her love for Konrad is like the foundation of the earth." "The earth sometimes shifts.” — Kenneth Oppel Copy Share Image
“Oh, hello, Matt,' she said, not looking altogether thrilled to see me. 'This is James Sanderson.' 'Pleased to meet you,' I lied.” — Kenneth Oppel Copy Share Image
We did it!" I said, feeling limp with relief. "It actually worked!" Dr. Turgenev rubbed his forehead. "I had very big doubts." "Big doubts?"… — Kenneth Oppel Copy Share Image
It's somewhat disquieting that the same parents and educators who are horrified by the notion of child soldiers have bestowed upon 'The Hunger Games'… — Kenneth Oppel Copy Share Image
Everyone watched, wondering if this could be the same lunatic who'd nearly berthed his ornithopter in the restaurant. I swallowed, for it seemed he… — Kenneth Oppel Copy Share Image
