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Wild River
  • Published: 15 August 2013
  • ISBN: 9780375846243
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 128
  • RRP: $16.99

Wild River

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15 Aug 2013
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14 Apr 2009
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P. J. Petersen is well known for his action-adventure novels. With its page-turning excitement and non-stop action, this is perfect for readers who thrive on books by Gary Paulsen and Will Hobbs.

When twelve-year-old Ryan reluctantly agrees to join his experienced older brother, Tanner, on a camping trip, he never dreams that it will turn into the most frightening day of his life.

Ryan admits he's no good at sports or outdoor stuff. He'd much rather be playing video games. But Tanner assures him it will be an easy trip. They'll kayak down the Boulder River, fish, and toast marshmallows at night.

When they set out, the river is higher than usual, and the kayaking is scary. Tanner keeps saying there's no reason to worry. But when he's badly hurt in a kayaking accident, Ryan is afraid he's not up to the challenge of saving his brother's life. The only danger Ryan has confronted has been in his video games. What good are those games now, when he's facing a real-life battle?
  • Published: 15 August 2013
  • ISBN: 9780375846243
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 128
  • RRP: $16.99
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Praise for Wild River

" Will draw kids in from the get-go . . . this is a lively heroic adventure."--The Bulletin, Recommended

"The compelling first-person narration sets this apart from other adventure stories. With sharp pacing, short sentences, and unintimidating length, this is a strong, accessible choice for younger readers."--Booklist

"[Ryan's] gripping adventures will pull readers into his first-person narrative. . . . This is reminiscent of Gary Paulsen's Hatchet and Will Hobbs's Down River."--School Library Journal

" Will draw kids in from the get-go . . . this is a lively heroic adventure."--The Bulletin, Recommended

"The compelling first-person narration sets this apart from other adventure stories. With sharp pacing, short sentences, and unintimidating length, this is a strong, accessible choice for younger readers."--Booklist

"[Ryan's] gripping adventures will pull readers into his first-person narrative. . . . This is reminiscent of Gary Paulsen's Hatchet and Will Hobbs's Down River."--School Library Journal