Recommended Age:
10
+
Ideal for independent readers who enjoy suspenseful, character-driven survival stories with immersive adventure.
About the Book
After a plane crash in the Canadian wilderness, thirteen-year-old Brian Robeson finds himself completely alone with nothing but the hatchet his mother gave him, and must rely entirely on his own ingenuity to survive. Over fifty-four days, Brian learns to find food, build shelter, and overcome fear and despair in the remote forest. A gripping, fast-paced survival story driven by one boy's resourcefulness and quiet courage.
Content Ratings
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Mild Themes
The main character processes the psychological distress of isolation and near-death experiences, as well as a painful secret about his mother's infidelity that weighs on him throughout his ordeal.
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Mild Violence
Deaths from heart attack, animal attacks, and a tornado occur. Dangers are realistic but not graphic.
