Author

Publication

1995 - Yearling, New York, N.Y, New York (State)

Language

English

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Word Count

17000 words, Guess

Page Count

68 pages

Identifiers

and 2 more
  • Better World Books9780440410287
  • Open LibraryOL24204613M

Classifications

  • DDC[Fic]
  • LCCPZ7.P2843 Dang 1995

Description

When his camp van crashes into a raging river, Daniel Martin is plunged into a frightening position. Suddenly the campmates who call him "dork breath" and "retard" because he is a slow learner are depending in him for survival. Daniel could save himself. Or risk everything to try to rescue the bullies too. Night is approaching, and desolate mountains surround them. Even if the boys do make it to shore, their dangerous ordeal is just beginning.

First Sentence

Daniel Martin took one last look around his bedroom.

Description

Slow learner Daniel Martin escapes peer teasing by spending most of his time outdoors, and when a van crash plunges him and a gang of bullies into the river, Daniel must choose between saving himself and risking his life to save the others.

Subjects

Topics

FictionBulliesshipwrecksGrizzly bearSurvival skillsJuvenile FictionSurvival, fiction

Genres

  • Fiction
  • Juvenile fiction

Series Statement

  • Gary Paulsen world of adventure

Other Editions

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