A review by agrandreflection
Northwind by Gary Paulsen

5.0

Calling it Hatchet by the ocean is not inaccurate, but there's a lot more going on here as well. The main character's Nordic worldview lets you seep slowly into the wise ways of being connected to icy land, and the personal animal connections found in the book are unparalleled. Sure, there are moments of intensity and dread... but overall there's a sense of calm alertness to the surrounding nature. Definitely one of the most peaceful survival tales I've read. Though this is YA, I'd recommend it to anyone wanting to reconnect and return to a natural rhythm.