SuitabookFacing the mountain
Orr, Wendy
- Reading
- You could check in after the perilous scenes and let your reader set the pace. The outcome is unclear, so consider reading together if they prefer support with suspense.
- Themes
- Family and a new stepfather: Raven goes on a trek with her sister and new stepfather; the emergency leaves them separated. The family relationship is part of the situation, but its emotional meaning and development are not clear.
- Risk and survival: After an earthquake, Raven is injured, separated from her family and tries to find help without food. The plot places Raven in danger, but it is not clear how realistically or reassuringly the survival challenge is treated.
- Worth knowing
- The adventure includes an earthquake, an injury, family members trapped in a cave, and danger in the wilderness. Consider whether these perilous situations feel manageable for your reader.