Jungle Escape
CBCA Book of the Year, Younger Readers, Notable Book
$15.29
- Paperback
256 pages
- Release Date
1 February 2025
Summary
From acclaimed author Nathan Luff - a middle grade adventure full of action, danger, creepy crawlies and lots of laughs!
Dear Evolution, If the bird you have made is too big to fly, it is TOO BIG – FULL STOP! Yours, Branson Hawthorne Esquire
When Branson’s parents announce a ski trip to Aspen, he’s thrilled – until he learns he won’t be going with them. Instead, Branson is being sent to an exclusive retreat in the Daintree Rainforest…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781760659257 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1760659258 |
| Author: | Nathan Luff |
| Publisher: | Walker Books Australia |
| Imprint: | Walker Books Australia |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 256 |
| Release Date: | 1 February 2025 |
| Weight: | 244g |
| Dimensions: | 23mm x 130mm x 199mm |
| Audience Age: | 8-12 |
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Critics Review
A strong story line and terrific characters showcase through dialogue, the importance of communication between parent and child and the necessity of friendships to a person’s well-being. * Kids Book Review *
Nathan Luff knows how to keep you laughing while you’re on the edge of your seat. With a mix of danger, adventure, and humor, this book is perfect for readers who want an exciting ride but don’t mind a good chuckle along the way. If you’re after a book that’ll entertain you, make you laugh and give you just the right amount of suspense, Jungle Escape is the one to grab. * Better Reading *
Jungle Escape is a fun novel too – putting kids in situations that they’d likely never be in if they’re in the real world, and giving them agency. This is a fun book for middle grade readers, because whilst what happens might seem a bit ridiculous, that is what makes the story fun. Nathan Luff has created a story that readers will enjoy and engage with, and learn that becoming friends through adversity can be a powerful bond that means much more than people think it might. * The Book Muse *
An enjoyable and engaging read for ages 8+ that shows how the bonds of friendship can be forged through shared challenges. * Reading Time *
This is a fun book for middle grade readers, because whilst what happens might seem a bit ridiculous, that is what makes the story fun. Nathan Luff has created a story that readers will enjoy and engage with, and learn that becoming friends through adversity can be a powerful bond that means much more than people think it might. – Ashleigh * The Book Muse *
Nathan Luff
Nathan Luff grew up on a farm in rural NSW as one of five boys. His colourful upbringing is often the inspiration for the stories he tells. Nathan is the author of The Nerd Herd series and the middle grade novels Chicken Stu and Bad Grammar. In addition to writing children’s books, Nathan writes plays for young audiences and works part time as a primary school teacher specialising in creative writing and the performing arts.
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