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Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 4.2
Points 5.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 32391
Points per Word 0.000154
Page Count 189
Points per Page 0.026455

Description

Four classmates scramble to stay alive when a white-water rafting trip goes terribly wrong. Text contans mild violence, negative stereotypes and bullying. Themes include mental illness.

Quick Summary

A white-water rafting trip turns deadly when four classmates must fight to survive against rapidly rising waters and dangerous rapids in this pulse-pounding survival story. The fast-paced action keeps readers on the edge of their seats as the characters face life-threatening challenges, unexpected betrayals, and tough decisions that test their friendships and courage. If your kid loves the thrilling survival elements of Hatchet by Gary Paulson or the tension-filled school stories of Jason Reynolds, they'll be hooked on this high-stakes adventure. Perfect for kids in grades 5 through 7 who enjoy action-packed stories with real stakes and relatable characters navigating tough situations.