Tag Archives: Adventure

Dr. No (1962)

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I recently read Dr. No by Ian Fleming (1958), so I thought I’d also review the 1962 film starring Sean Connery. It’s James Bond, of course, so not really a “family movie,” but I explore why not in this post. Continue reading

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Sky Jumpers by Peggy Eddleman (2013)

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Sky Jumpers by Peggy Eddleman is a unique and adventurous post-apocalyptic tale that’s both clean and exciting. I loved it. Continue reading

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Brian’s Return by Gary Paulsen (1999)

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Book 4 in the Brian Saga is deep and introspective as Brian learns to be in the woods again—and to have the woods in him. Continue reading

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The Dead of Night by Peter Lerangis (2012)

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The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers, Book 3 of 6 pushes the plot forward through Uzbekistan—and murder! Continue reading

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Micro by Michael Crichton with Richard Preston (2011)

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Things get tiny and intense in Michael Crichton’s posthumous thriller Micro (2011), finished by Richard Preston. Continue reading

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A King’s Ransom by Jude Watson (2011)

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In “A King’s Ransom” by Jude Watson — Book 2 in The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers series — Amy and Dan Cahill head to Italy and Switzerland in search of more historical artifacts to save their friends’ lives. Continue reading

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The Fort by Gordon Korman (2022)

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When 5 friends discover a bunker in the woods, it becomes a secret refuge—for hiding secrets. Continue reading

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The Legend of Luke by Brian Jacques (1999)

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The fourth book in the Redwall series was another story altogether. Continue reading

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The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart (2007)

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The first books in a youth series that’s sure to become a lifelong favorite. Continue reading

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Doctor No by Ian Fleming (1958)

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A Bond novel that’s nearly sci-fi. 6th in the series a great addition! Continue reading

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