  | Long way around Author: Nesbet, Anne | |
| Price: $23.78 | ||
Summary:
During a hiking trip with their parents in the mountains of California, cousins Owen, Vivian, and Amy are finally allowed to camp for one night at a little lake all on their own. But when a massive earthquake blocks their return path, there's only one way home: the long way around, through a wilderness filled with fierce animals, raging rivers, unstable weather, and high passes.
| Accelerated Reader Information: Interest Level: MG Reading Level: 5.50 Points: 7.0 Quiz: 550266 |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (+) (07/15/24)
School Library Journal (11/02/24)
Booklist (00/08/24)
The Hornbook (00/09/24)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 11/02/2024 Gr 4–7—Eleven-year-old Vivian is extremely excited about a much-anticipated family trip to Sequoia National Park. Although her dad is not much for camping, her mom, uncle, and 12-year-old cousin Owen are also onboard. Reluctantly dragged along and out of her comfort zone is Vivian's younger sister Amy. The cousins are especially thrilled because the adults have agreed to let the kids stay by themselves at Ranger Lake. The kids are sorely tested when they are awakened suddenly by an earthquake and unfortunately, as they are making their frantic escape, a bear decides to tag along. Lots of suspense and tense situations occur as the children make their way around the tumultuous park to locate the adults. Meanwhile, Owen is still dealing with trauma he experienced when he was in a terrible car accident with his friend Marco. And even though Vivian appears to be so comfortable in her skin, she too is struggling with the stress of starting middle school. The characters are well developed, though the plot point of the adults permitting young children to camp alone in such an isolated and wild environment requires some suspension of disbelief. VERDICT A fast-paced adventure that forces three children to make decisions about survival and come to terms with some grown-up issues.—Julie Shatterly - Copyright 2024 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
