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Description
In 1910 in a remote cabin north of the Arctic Circle, Sig Andersson is alone except for the corpse of his father. Then a stranger arrives, and his tale of gold dust causes Sig's thoughts to turn to his father's prized possession, a Colt revolver.
Quick Summary
Set in the frozen Arctic wilderness with a boy trapped alone with his father's body and a mysterious stranger, the book builds unbearable tension from page one as Sig must make an impossible choice to survive. Kids will devour the short, fast-paced chapters and the psychological showdown between two desperate men, each wondering if the other will kill them for gold. If your kid likes survival thrillers like Hatchet or nail-biting mysteries, they'll be completely hooked. Perfect for kids in grades 4-7 who love short, intense reads.