Reviews

I read this book today in memory of Gary Paulsen who died yesterday, October 13th, 2021. This book really didn't do what the previous two did. In the introduction, Paulsen says that this book is a "what-if." What if Brian hadn't been rescued by the man in the plane at the end of Hatchet and had to survive the winter? A cool concept, I guess. A cool exercise, but because of that context, the book felt less urgent and engaging. The details were cool, but I wasn't as invested in the story as I was with Hatchet and The River.

hckilgour's review against another edition

Go to review page

adventurous fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

I’m still not sure a teenager could survive the Alaskan wilderness with random knowledge he picked up from books and tv. But I guess when there’s a will there’s a way.

This book is definitely action packed and a fast paced read.

As long as I suspended some disbelief, it was a nice read.

katrina_daquin's review against another edition

Go to review page

adventurous inspiring fast-paced

3.0

ferrisscottr's review against another edition

Go to review page

4.0

I've read this book before and it's always a great read. I brought this audio book along during an ultra-marathon I was running yesterday. This is my 4th time through the book and it's just as good as the 1st time I read it.

holdmybookmark's review against another edition

Go to review page

2.0

I feel like the third book in the saga was not as profound or thrilling as the first. Maybe its just me, but the story was at its best when the character had limited resources and showcased the inner struggles of survival.

More...