43 pages • 1 hour read
Katherine RundellThe Explorer
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2017A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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The Explorer by Katherine Rundell has been praised for its vivid descriptive language that brings the Amazon jungle to life, capturing the sense of adventure and survival. The characters are well-developed, showcasing growth and resilience. Some readers feel the pacing slows in parts, but the overall message of exploration and friendship resonates well.
Who Should Read The Explorer?
A reader who revels in adventurous tales and survival stories akin to Hatchet by Gary Paulsen or Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Dell would enjoy Katherine Rundell's The Explorer. Young readers who admire courage, exploration, and teamwork will find this gripping Amazonian adventure captivating.
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