A review by eclecticreadswithash
The Boy Who Saved a Bear by Nizrana Farook

adventurous inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

This is a wonderful middle grade fiction story set on a fantasy tropical island where a 12 year old boy sets out to prove himself to his family. Along the way, he gets involved in a plot to trick the queen and befriends a bear to help save the day. It has a great message for young people about believing in yourself. It's also great to see a diverse and interesting setting for books targeted at this age range!