The Black Pearl

De: Scott O’Dell

Narrado por: Johnny Heller

When Ramón Salazar swims into an underwater cave in a deserted lagoon, he discovers the black pearl, the Great Pearl of Heaven. As the son of a pearl merchant, Ramón knows that this is the rarest and most valuable pearl in the world. He quickly scoops it up and brings it home to his father. Ramón's father believes the pearl is a blessing from the sea, but others in their tiny seaside town do not agree. They think Ramón has brought a curse upon his family, for the pearl belongs to the Manta Diablo, the most terrifying and monstrous devilfish of all. The manta, they say, will not give up his treasure easily. He will come to reclaim the pearl - and it is Ramón who will have to face him.

Scott O'Dell, the winner of the Hans Christian Anderson Award for his contributions to children's literature, spins a stirring story that resounds with all the power of a great legend. A Newbery Honor Book and an ALA Notable Book, The Black Pearl is captivating entertainment for all ages.

©1967 Scott O’Dell (P)1995 Recorded Books, LLC

Good listen

Sympathetic protagonist. Simple but engaging story. Narrator was good and has a nice voice but did not vary the characters' voices so they all sounded exactly the same.

Fantastic Adventure!

Thy son read this book for 6th grade. I had a day long chore to do and decided to listen in full as I only got bits and pieces with him. What a tale!!! I lamented at not having read it first to discuss the Christian themes. This book can preach! I highly recommend for boys and girls if high adventure as it never stops being engaging. No matter your faith, the themes and virtues are tried and tested and the lessons are timeless. Pride and fear are a constant lure, you must overcome it and make peace. A MUST read!

listened to the whole thing in one night.

loved the book in school. listening to it again brought back many memories. I'll listen again and I bought the book on Amazon as well.

Just as good as the first time i read it!

I first read this book in middle school. I loved it so much i bought it from the teacher! i am now almost 30 and this book is just as good as the first time i read it! The performer and the quality were good as well! AUDIBLE 20 REVIEW SWEEPSTAKES ENTRY

Pearl of heaven

I disliked that the narrator didn’t act as the voices of the characters. The story was a little boring

A great book for my son and myself

My son really enjoyed this book. He is 11. The only conplaint he had was the narrator was a little slow in reading. I think it was necessary for the full comprehension of the foreign language that is introduced in phrases, names and places from Mexico. Overall a real good book.

Intense

Great read for adults and 9-year olds alike. Our other favorites are Hatchet & Woods Runner by Gary Paulson.

Beautiful Adventure

O’dell paints a beautifully simple story where the young protagonist, Ramon, looks to find adventure and become a respected man in a confusing world. During his small adventure, he has to confront superstition, religion and what it means to be a man, among other things.