A review by deshanejt
Hatchet by Gary Paulsen

adventurous challenging emotional inspiring sad tense fast-paced

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

4.0

I read this book as a kid; 2nd or 3rd grade, and I remember really enjoying it... But man- rereading it as an adult hits SO differently. 

Had me close to tears several times. 

Powerful book, and will always be an inspiring classic.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Animal death, Death, Self harm, Blood, Grief, Injury/Injury detail

Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders

Minor: Infidelity