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The Beast of Cretacea
The Beast of Cretacea
Author: Todd Strasser
ISBN-13: 9780763669010
ISBN-10: 0763669016
Publication Date: 8/4/2015
Pages: 432
Rating:
  • Currently 3.3/5 Stars.
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3.3 stars, based on 2 ratings
Publisher: Candlewick
Book Type: Hardcover
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This is a great action romp that I found more enjoyable than Moby Dick. The addition of science fiction, strong hearted crew (male AND female), and basics of the classic should grab any reader from the opening to the end. Perhaps addressed more to the male youth audience, females play an essential part and are portrayed as heroically as deserved. I didn't guess the ending but read through in a fascinated day. Quite pleased with the clever interplay of pirates, islanders, old sea dogs, new sea beasts and the completely unexpected. The abilities for human survival and loyalties play a major part of this updated story and I'd happily recommend it to any age reader.