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In "Stranded" by Jeff Probst, four children Jane, Buzz, Carter, and Vanessa, aged nine to thirteen are shipwrecked on a deserted jungle island in the South Pacific after a massive storm destroys their family's sailing boat during what was meant to be a bonding vacation for their newly blended family. With no adults or instructions to guide them, the siblings must work together to survive while hoping for rescue. The book is the first in a survival adventure series.
Quick Summary
Jeff Probst brings the heart-pounding survival stakes of his famous TV show to a story about four kids from a newly blended family who must learn to work together after a massive storm leaves them stranded on a deserted South Pacific island. Readers will root for the messy, relatable characters as they face dangerous tides, mysterious island inhabitants, and the ultimate test of whether strangers can become family when everything goes wrong. If your kid loves the survival thrills of Hatchet or the funny family dynamics of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Partypooper a Wimpy Kid: Partypooper Wimpy Kid, this book blends those ingredients into an unforgettable island adventure. Perfect for kids aged 9-12 in grades 4-7 who crave action-packed stories with real heart.