A review by aus10england
The River by Gary Paulsen

adventurous challenging tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.25

Fun reread from my childhood. For sure not as good as the first, but still a fun adventure. Doesn’t hit the same as an adult, but any outdoorsie young reader would love this. Also, the audiobook is SO good, loved the added music/sounds they added. 
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