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A review by fractaltexan
The River by Gary Paulsen
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
An interesting book.
Picking up from Hatchet, The River followed Brian as he heads back into the wilderness to teach people how to survive. As expected, Brian must have the worst luck given he then has to find himself fighting to keep himself and another man alive.
Admittedly, the ending of The River seems to be rushed, similar to the "deus ex machina" ending of Hatchet. But it is a worthy successor that shows just how noble Brian is.
Picking up from Hatchet, The River followed Brian as he heads back into the wilderness to teach people how to survive. As expected, Brian must have the worst luck given he then has to find himself fighting to keep himself and another man alive.
Admittedly, the ending of The River seems to be rushed, similar to the "deus ex machina" ending of Hatchet. But it is a worthy successor that shows just how noble Brian is.