Mockingbird

By: Kathryn Erskine

Narrated by: Angela Jayne Rogers

National Book Award, Young People's Literature, 2010

In Mockingbird—a poignant gem by acclaimed author Kathryn Erskine—a talented young artist struggles to overcome a disability. Diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, 10-year-old Caitlin faces a range of social and emotional challenges. The unexpected death of her caring brother makes matters even worse, but will the memory of his words of wisdom and the help of a compassionate counselor be enough to enable her to connect with others?

©2010 Kathryn Erskine (P)2010 Recorded Books, LLC

Critic reviews

“Erskine’s moving and insightful masterpiece delivers a compelling message for all.” ( Publishers Weekly)

Very touching and inspirational

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I recommend this wonderful story of a young girl with Asperger's who learns how to feel and what's important in the world. Insights for all of us to read and remember.

What did you like best about this story?

The narrative is skillfully crafted and leads us along with the main character, Caitlyn, on a journey of self-discovery.

Have you listened to any of Angela Jayne Rogers’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I haven't listened to Rogers' performances before this, but I felt she captured the young character perfectly.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

The last few chapters of the book brought tears to my eyes.

amazing

and is a great read and Is an awesome book and recommend . plz read

LOVE the story, not the voice.

I absolutely loved this book and will recommend it to my students. After teaching to kill a mockingbird to middle schoolers for years, I’m eager to share this connection with my younger students this year. And Caitlin’s story and journal to closure and healing is beautiful. I cried and laughed at different moments. However, I did not like the audio. In fact, I sped it up to get through it faster. The voice of this reader was not the right fit for the protagonist. First, it sounded too old, grandmotherly with the twang. And also, the emphasis on many word in dialogue by Caitlin and Michael were not accurate for A) a child with Aspergers and B) a 1st grader. I hope it can be done with a vivid thar is a better fit for the narrator especially.

So beautiful

This book helped healed my inner child ( I have ADHD and Autism). It’s such a beautiful story because it teaching people how to be kinder to and to understand people who are going through grief or have a different ability.

I'm in love with this book!

This story not only deals with sorrow and sadness brought on by tragedy, but how a child with autism might think about sick trauma.