Vega's Piece of the Sky Audiobook
Vega's Piece of the Sky is a middle-grade audiobook by Jennifer Torres about three young people who search the desert for meteorites while facing family pressures and unexpected change. Its adventure mixes friendship, community, and a light STEM element, with an unabridged running time of just over four hours.
At a glance
- A desert meteorite hunt sets up a story about family, friendship, and community.
- The young protagonists face dangers including coyotes, a flood, and scorpions.
- The description notes a light STEM element alongside the adventure.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The 4-hour-and-5-minute unabridged format offers a contained listening commitment.
- The plot combines an outdoor search adventure with family and friendship themes.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Edition | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 4 hours and 5 minutes |
| Author | Jennifer Torres |
| Narrator | Kyla García |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Little, Brown Young Readers |
| Publication date | June 11, 2024 |
What to know before buying
- The plot description identifies the main characters as middle schoolers and frames the story around family pressures, distrust of outsiders, and adapting to change.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Middle-grade listeners interested in desert adventures and meteorites.
- Families looking for an audiobook with friendship and family themes and a light STEM touch.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates Vega's Piece of the Sky?
The listed author is Jennifer Torres, and the narrator is Kyla García.
How long is the audiobook?
Its listed listening length is 4 hours and 5 minutes, and the version is unabridged.
What is the story about?
Three middle schoolers search the desert for meteorites as they navigate family concerns, friendship, and change in their community.
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