'96 Miles' by J.L. Esplin is a middle-grade book that follows the journey of two brothers, John and Stew, as they navigate through dangerous circumstances to reach safety. The plot is engaging, suspenseful, and thought-provoking, with unexpected twists that keep readers guessing. The writing style is described as harrowing, empowering, and humorous, making it a great read for both young readers and adults alike.
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Content warnings for 96 Miles include themes of survival, family loss, mental health struggles, and danger, which may be intense for some readers.
From The Publisher:
21 days without power. Two brothers on a desperate trek. 72 hours before time runs out...
The Lockwood brothers are supposed to be able to survive anything. Their dad, a hardcore believer in self-reliance, has stockpiled enough food and water at their isolated Nevada home to last for months. But when they are robbed of all their supplies during a massive blackout while their dad is out of town, John and Stew must walk 96 miles in the stark desert sun to get help. Along the way, they're forced to question their dad's insistence on self-reliance and ask just what it is that we owe to our neighbors, to our kin, and to ourselves.
From talented newcomer J. L. Esplin comes this story of survival and determination as two young brothers confront the unpredictability of human nature in the face of desperate circumstances.
"A suspense thriller, survival story, and a story of the love between brothers. You'll turn the pages and be surprised again and again."-Gary D. Schmidt, Newbery Honor Award-winning author of The Wednesday Wars
"Readers who enjoy realistic survival stories will not be able to put down Esplin's debut…. Filled with survival techniques, danger, and overcoming realistic obstacles, this story will have readers turning pages. A great choice for lovers of Gary Paulsen's Hatchet or Roland Smith's Peak."-School Library Journal
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I liked the engaging plot and twists. it was interesting.
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