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The HammerA new stand alone novel from the acclaimed author of The Company and The Folding Knife. Gignomai is the youngest brother in the current generation of met'Oc, a once noble family exiled on an island for their role in a vaguely remembered civil war. On this island, a colony was founded seventy years ago. The plan was originally for the colonists to mine silver, but there turned out not to be any. Now, an uneasy peace exists on the island, between the
A new stand-alone novel from the acclaimed author of The Company and The Folding Knife. Gignomai is the youngest brother in the current generation of met'Oc, a once-noble family exiled on an island for their role in a vaguely remembered civil war. On this island, a colony was founded seventy years ago. The plan was originally for the colonists to mine silver, but there turned out not to be any. Now, an uneasy peace exists on the island, between the colonists and the met'Oc. The met'Oc are tolerated, in spite of occasional cattle stealing raids, since they alone possess the weapons considered necessary protection against the island's savages. Gignomai is about to discover exactly what it is expected of him, and what it means to defy his family. He is the hammer who will provide the spark that will ignite a brutal and bloody war.Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Orbit
Published: 01/05/2011
ISBN: 9780316038560
Pages: 421
Weight: 0.79lbs
Size: 8.20h x 5.40w x 1.20d
Review Citations: Booklist 02/15/2011 pg. 59
Library Journal 01/01/2011 pg. 87
Publishers Weekly 02/14/2011
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★★★★★ 5
A favorite for all ages!!
Format: Board book
What a sweet story! Both my 20 month old and my 3.5 year old love this book. Now whenever they see a banana they say “silly banana” or “sweet banana”! It is a favorite in our house!!
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Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Hard cover and fun Illustration
Format: Board book, Format: Board book
My kids loved the book
We read it every night and they love the repetition of the almost song like funny bananas
And the end with the mirror is out delight funny faces and cuddling
Thanks for fun and enriching story
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Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2025
★★★★★ 4
Cute Concept but a Little Abstract for Younger Kids
Format: Board book
The illustrations are bright and friendly and the board book format is sturdy, so it holds up well with little hands flipping pages a bit aggressively. The rhyming flows okay, not perfect poetry but not awkward either. That said, the concept might be a little abstract for very young kids depending on their age. Mine liked the pictures but didn’t fully connect the idea without explanation, so it ended up being more of a guided read than an independent “get it right away” story. It feels like a good conversation starter book rather than a quick bedtime read you can breeze through half asleep. Still cute, just something to be aware of depending on your kid.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2026
★★★★★ 5
A Book That Made the Moon Extra Special
Format: Board book, Format: Board book
This book has quickly become a favorite in our home. Our daughter absolutely loves the playful idea of the moon looking like a banana, and how many bananas come together to make a full moon. Since reading it, she gets so excited pointing out both bananas and the moon, and it’s been amazing to see her make that connection. It’s her first choice every morning and every evening at story time. The concept is simple, imaginative, and perfectly suited for young children. It’s become a cherished part of our daily routine, and we highly recommend it.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2026
★★★★★ 5
BEAUTIFUL 💫
Format: Board book
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My daughter understood the phases of the moon so much better after reading this story. My ABA students also really enjoyed it — it’s simple, unique, and wonderfully engaging all at once. The book is beautifully written, nicely illustrated, and truly touched my heart. I highly recommend it to parents and teachers alike! 🌙💫
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Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2025