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Downriver

Will Hobbs
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Downriver

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1995

Book Brief

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Will Hobbs

Downriver

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1995
Book Details
Pages

204

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Grand Canyon • 1990s

Publication Year

1995

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

760L

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Super Short Summary

Downriver by Will Hobbs follows a group of teenagers who embark on a wilderness adventure without guides. The teens face challenges that test their survival skills and group dynamics. Set against the backdrop of the Grand Canyon, the story explores themes of personal growth, teamwork, and responsibility as the participants encounter natural obstacles and internal conflicts.

Adventurous

Suspenseful

Challenging

Emotional

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.2

2,221 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Downriver by Will Hobbs receives praise for its engaging adventure, vivid nature descriptions, and character development. Readers appreciate the thrilling plot and the realistic portrayal of survival challenges. Criticisms include some predictability and a perceived lack of depth in certain characters. Overall, it's a compelling read for young adults seeking adventure and growth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Downriver?

A fan of Downriver by Will Hobbs enjoys thrilling survival adventures and stories of personal growth. This reader likely appreciates tales similar to Hatchet by Gary Paulsen, offering edge-of-your-seat excitement and a journey of self-discovery through nature's challenges.

4.2

2,221 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

204

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Grand Canyon • 1990s

Publication Year

1995

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

760L

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