R E K. (bigstone) - , reviewed on 10/3/2016 + 1452 more book reviews

Farley Mowat does a wonderful job of portraying the frozen north with panache and sensitivity. I love his novels for this reason and because of his tales. Imagine two boys lost in the barrens of northern Canada. When they capsize in a vicious rapids that destroys their canoe they must find a way to survive the winter until they can head home. Their experiences are both positive and negative but Jamie is positive and creative while Awasin understands the ways and heritage of his people and how they live off the land. Together they make an outstanding team to cope with danger, frigid temperatures, and blizzards in which no man can survive. The tale may be a bit unrealistic but it is an exciting and fun read.

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