
In this sequel to Hatchet, author Gary Paulsen explores the scenario of what if Brian had not been rescued in the summer and was forced to spend an entire winter alone in the wilderness with only his hatchet. The book delves into Brian's survival journey in the Canadian outdoors, where he is faced with challenges like making objects to aid in survival, hunting for food, and adapting to the harsh winter conditions. Readers appreciated the detailed descriptions of Brian's survival techniques and the immersive storytelling style that keeps them engaged throughout the book.
Brian's Winter is praised for its adventurous plot and vivid portrayal of survival in the wilderness. The book takes readers on a journey filled with graphic and gory details, showcasing Brian's resilience and resourcefulness as he navigates through the challenges of surviving in the Canadian wilderness during winter. The author's ability to capture the beauty of the wilderness and the protagonist's struggle for survival resonates with adventure lovers, making it a compelling read for middle school students and older readers.
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From The Publisher:
From three-time Newbery Honor-winning author Gary Paulsen comes a beloved follow-up to his award-winning classic Hatchet that asks: What if Brian hadn't been rescued and had to face his deadliest enemy yet-winter?
In the Newbery Honor-winning Hatchet, thirteen-year-old Brian Robeson learned to survive alone in the Canadian wilderness, armed only with his hatchet. As millions of readers know, he was rescued at the end of the summer. But what if that hadn't happened? What if Brian had been left to face his deadliest enemy-winter?
Brian Paulsen raises the stakes for survival in this riveting and inspiring story as one boy confronts the ultimate adventure.
"Paulsen picks Hatchet's story up in midstream; read together, the two books make his finest tale of survival yet." -Kirkus Reviews, Starred
"Breathtaking descriptions of nature . . . Paulsen fans will not be disappointed." -School Library Journal
Read all the Hatchet Adventures!
Brian's Winter
The River
Brian's Return
Brian's Hunt
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Probably my favorite of the three I’ve read so far. This book is really just part two of the hatchet. The two books should be read together.
About the Author:
Gary Paulsen is the distinguished author of many critically acclaimed books for young people, including three Newbery Honor books: The Winter Room, Hatchet, and Dogsong. He won the Margaret A. Edwards Award given by the American Library Association for his lifetime achievement in young adult…
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