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This excellent 1961 Newberry Winner is the fictionalized yet true story of “The Lost Woman of San Nicolas” who survived 18 years alone on an island off the coast of 19th Century California. Finally a survival tale starring a girl! Continue reading
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A Christian review of Brian’s Return (1999) by Gary Paulsen. Book 4 in the Brian Saga is a deep and introspective adventure. Continue reading
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Brian’s Winter (1996), the third book in Gary Paulsen’s “Brian Saga,” is a wonderful “What if?” continuation of Hatchet. A Christian review. Continue reading
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So glad I finally read this Pulitzer-prize winning title from 2007! Continue reading
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A book more than 2 centuries old and yet still a relatively enjoyable tale. Continue reading
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Who knew I’d care so much about Australian shipwrecks in the 19th century!? Continue reading
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An exceptional fantasy novel of love and greed. Well worth a read! Continue reading
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A fantastic survival story considered “The Greatest Adventure of World War II”—which is saying something! Continue reading
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Original Title: The Silver Sword (1956) This old Scholastic book jumped out at me from a church library years ago and followed me all the way across the ocean, where it’s sat patiently on my shelf waiting to be enjoyed. … Continue reading
