lindseygrant's review against another edition
4.0
It was really good, just some parts were confusing. I also did not really like the ending.
msseviereads's review against another edition
4.0
Less than 250 pages and a great suspenseful story. I love survival stories and I know this one would be great for middle school fans of Brian’s Winter, Alone and the Ashfall series.
willowquinn's review against another edition
5.0
Kid's book about the aftermath of environmental disaster. By Bemidji native.
kai1313's review against another edition
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.75
I love the sci-fi aspect, and the different timelines, though the switch between them was confusing at times. It was almost a 4-star read because of Mr Kruz. I loved his character, and I wished we saw more of him. I liked how the book ended by mentioning him.
I wish we saw more of the mom and sister. Sometimes it felt like they were only there for some conversation aspect. I liked how it picked up the pace at the end, but I found it odd how it took half the book for them to travel from one place to the next.
Some things I also found confusing were
I felt like some of the travel was filler, but it was a quick read that was interesting and easy to understand most of the time. If you like problem-solving through stories, I recommend :)
I wish we saw more of the mom and sister. Sometimes it felt like they were only there for some conversation aspect. I liked how it picked up the pace at the end, but I found it odd how it took half the book for them to travel from one place to the next.
Some things I also found confusing were
Spoiler
the fact that no one in the house could drive?? and that they had to travel over 100 miles with a 3-bike renovation project?? the construction of it was also a bit confusing, but maybe that was just me.Spoiler
I felt like some of the travel was filler, but it was a quick read that was interesting and easy to understand most of the time. If you like problem-solving through stories, I recommend :)
Content Warnings
Minor: Death
beckyleew's review against another edition
3.0
A survivalist story in an almost post-apocalyptic-like setting, Miles remembers the wise advice given from a man who lived on his own. A great choice for boy readers and those who like the outdoors. I enjoyed the book!
tlbob53's review against another edition
3.0
Inventive story; neat to see greater Minnesota incorporated into the story.
alhara's review against another edition
2.0
This book is really geared towards the younger side of young adult, and to be fair, that was a huge factor in my rating. It was a fine book, but the writing and story were just not enough for me.
danielleglewwe's review
3.0
Not my favorite I've ever read, but good for students! Lots of examples of figurative language, high interest, without being overly graphic or violent. The stakes could have been a little higher, but the characters were well developed. I thought it was a pretty accurate representation of what would happen during a natural disaster and after.
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