Wilderness Warriors, by Colleen Reece, is an intense story of
self-discovery and sticking to your values, even when it means deep sacrifices.
This is a good book for any family
struggling with problem teens, drifting away from their faith, and losing
family closeness. It’s especially moving
because it’s based on a true story. This
story completely gripped me – I read it in one sitting.
The Clarks are a Christian
family in our complex present day.
They’ve let things and status get
them sidetracked. When their two teens, Ty and Caitlin, get
into trouble at school, Mom and Dad decide they need to do something drastic to get “back
to basics” -- back to what is most important and meaningful in their lives. They let their kids stew, wondering what the consequences
will be for their transgressions.
Mom and Dad leave their jobs
and lease their house in Vancouver, WA.
They rent a rustic log house in the mountains of Eastern Oregon with no
close neighbors. The kids have real
chores. They chop wood for the wood cook
stove and fireplace, pump water from a well, care for the cow and chickens,
clean out the barn and coop, cook and bake on the wood stove, and even hand-make
family Christmas gifts. The kids are
home schooled. No electricity means no
computers, iPod, TV, or radio. And, no
indoor plumbing means no toilet or
shower inside the house.
They return to evening
family devotionals and attend a country church till the roads get snowed in. There are winter sports (sledding, ice
skating, hiking in snowshoes, etc.).
There are wild animals, an illness, and an accident. This is truly a " wilderness survival”
story.
The parents help their
family get back on track with God. Their
kids learn what's truly meaningful in life. It's a good book to show teens the love of
family, the importance of truth telling, and the impact of decisions. It shows why developing strong personal values
are vitally necessary for a solid foundation in life.
If you loved Brian’s Saga: Hatchet,
The River, Brian’s Winter, Brian's Return, and Brian’s Hunt by Gary Paulsen, you will enjoy
this story. I highly recommend it.
Sounds great, Penelope. I'm especially drawn to the Eastern Oregon location. Thanks for your review, I'll have to pick up a copy for my kids. (and me!)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kai, it's a good one that teaches without being "preachy." Seeing the teens grow and the family become closer is great.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a wonderful book Penelope. Great review!
ReplyDeleteThanks very much, Susan. I always appreciate your comments.
DeleteLooks interesting, Penelope. Thanks for the review.
ReplyDeleteHi Barbara, thanks for your comments. I didn't read the blub first, so didn't know exactly how the wilderness theme would play in the story. It's a good story.
DeleteSounds like a good book. I'll read it soon.
ReplyDeleteHi Jan, I know you'll enjoy it. Thanks for visiting and thanks for your comments.
DeleteExcellent reveiw, Penelope. You sure know how to motivate me (and others) to read a book!
ReplyDeleteMelissa Abramovitz
It's easy when it's such a good book. Thanks so much for your kind comments.
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