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A War of Gifts: An Ender Story | [Orson Scott Card]
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A War of Gifts: An Ender Story

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  • by Orson Scott Card
  • Narrated by Scott Brick, Stefan Rudnicki
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  • LENGTH
    2 hrs and 26 mins
  • RELEASE DATE
    10-30-07
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Publisher's Summary

The human race is at war with an insect-like alien race. The first battles went badly, and now Earth prepares to defend itself against the imminent threat of total destruction at the hands of an inscrutable alien enemy. All focus is on the development and training of generals who can fight such a war - and win.

The long distances of interstellar space have given hope to the defenders of Earth; they have time to train these future commanders from childhood, forging them into an irresistible force in the high-orbital facility called the Battle School.

At Battle School, there is only one purpose, only one curriculum: the strategy and tactics of war. The children are drawn from all nations, all races, all religions. There is no room for cultural differences, no room for religious observances, and certainly no room for Santa Claus.

But the young warriors disagree. When one of them leaves a Sinterklaas Day gift in his best friend's shoe, that quiet act of rebellion becomes the first shot in a war of wills that the staff of Battle School never bargained for.

©2007 Orson Scott Card; (P)2007 Audio Renaissance, a division of Holtzbrinck Publishers LLC

What the Critics Say

"A heartwarming novella for the holidays....Exploring themes of tolerance and compassion, this story about stuffing stockings is, fittingly, a perfect stocking stuffer for science-fiction fans of all ages." (Publishers Weekly)

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    Jonathon Paulding, OH, USA 12-28-07
    Jonathon Paulding, OH, USA 12-28-07 Member Since 2007
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    "not bad no good either"

    It is an ok short story, to much of a religious overtone. Doesn't really add anything to the enderverse. First Meetings only adds a bit this ads nothing to the overall story of ender. just a side note more then anything, waste of a credit.

    31 of 35 people found this review helpful
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    David WAYNE, PA, United States 10-30-11
    David WAYNE, PA, United States 10-30-11 Member Since 2011
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    "dialogue is great and hysterical at times"

    This was the last book for me in the Ender series. It is a brief book, and of all the others stories in the series, this one adds the least. Actually, it kind of stands alone and does not add anything to the series. It's as if Card left out a few chapters in one of the other books or left a lot of chapters out of this one. However, some of the character interaction and dialogue is great and hysterical at times.

    4 of 4 people found this review helpful
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    Clarissa Blytheville, AR, USA 11-22-08
    Clarissa Blytheville, AR, USA 11-22-08 Member Since 2008
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    "Christmas Card"

    Heart warming story. Gets to the soul of culture. Great Christmas read

    3 of 3 people found this review helpful
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    Cassandra Moab, ut, United States 02-11-12
    Cassandra Moab, ut, United States 02-11-12 Member Since 2007
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    "A War of Gifts is an excelent surprise!"
    Would you listen to A War of Gifts again? Why?

    I would definitely listen to this story again. I suggest that you listen to Ender's Game, Ender's Shadow and then A War of Gifts. It is an extra story that adds details to the lives of the battle school brats. I love the different points of view and hearing more about the other children who grew up with Ender and Bean. It is a great adventure!


    What was one of the most memorable moments of A War of Gifts?

    This is yet again another point of view of Ender's unforgettable personality.


    What about Scott Brick and Stefan Rudnicki ???s performance did you like?

    The voices are great and always fit what is going on and really express the feelings and emotions that make this such a great story.


    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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    MarioG Greenfield Park, Australia 02-26-13
    MarioG Greenfield Park, Australia 02-26-13 Member Since 2012
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    "Good but rather short !"
    Any additional comments?

    If you have been reading the Ender books, this is another piece of the rich jig saw puzzle... Loved it like all the other books so far... However I'm incredibly disappointed its so so short and on top of that being charged the "usual" amount.... are well I continue to be an Ender fan !!!!

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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    Alex Saint Louis, MO USA 12-20-12
    Alex Saint Louis, MO USA 12-20-12 Member Since 2012
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    "A nice little holiday story from the Enderverse"

    I always enjoy revisiting the Enderverse. If you feel the same way, this is a great little book. It's a sweet, short holiday story that takes place in the old, familiar Battle School and features Ender and the gang. It also introduces a new character, Zeck, and gives a little of his background.

    It does get somewhat religious, but not enough for me to find it tiresome or offensive. If you've read the Ender series in depth, you're probably accustomed to the religious aspects of the books.

    This story runs parallel with Ender's War and Ender's Shadow. If you haven't read at least one of those books, I highly recommend you do that first. If, however, you've read both of those and still want to hear more from the Battle School days, this is a neat book.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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    George SANTA FE, NM, United States 12-02-12
    George SANTA FE, NM, United States 12-02-12 Member Since 2004
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    "Short"
    What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

    So short I almost missed the point.


    Has A War of Gifts turned you off from other books in this genre?

    Possibly


    You didn’t love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities?

    More about battle school and an explanation of Ender


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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    Gregory Gentle Carlsbad, NM, United States 05-22-12
    Gregory Gentle Carlsbad, NM, United States 05-22-12 Member Since 2010

    Discovered audio books as a way to pass the time at work and now I'm hooked.

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    "A nice look at life in battleschool"
    Would you try another book from Orson Scott Card and/or Scott Brick and Stefan Rudnicki ?

    I have many in my library.


    What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

    Relief at the one character


    What does Scott Brick and Stefan Rudnicki bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

    Personality.


    Could you see A War of Gifts being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

    No, too short and it's really a part of Ender's Game.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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    Phil munno para, Australia 03-27-12
    Phil munno para, Australia 03-27-12 Member Since 2011
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    What did you like best about A War of Gifts? What did you like least?

    The way the story was concluded. The start of the book was confusing.


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    Captain Scott. The way he plays doumb but is far from it.


    What three words best describe Scott Brick and Stefan Rudnicki ’s voice?

    Mysterious. Suggestive. Dicriptive.


    Do you think A War of Gifts needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

    No. I think for what it is thats all if it continues allong that path i don't see how it could go.


    Any additional comments?

    Again another Enderverse necessity

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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    derrick homestead, FL, United States 09-15-11
    derrick homestead, FL, United States 09-15-11 Member Since 2010

    From my reading history my perfect book would include; a space ship piloted by Ender Wiggin, that is infested by Zombies, who are being hunted by Drizzt Do'Urden and Lestat, while Joe Ledger and Amy Harper Bellafonte try to keep the ship from distroying Middleguard. The Sequal would be from Bean's perspective, with an epilogue by Malcolm Gladwell.

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    "Not much Ender"

    This is a Dink story. Ender is around but he is not the main figure. If you are new to the Enderverse Read Enders Game and all the other Ender books first and then shadow series. and then first meetings and then get this. This is a good short story but the others are just much better.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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