About BC Books Online
BC Books Online was created for anyone interested in BC-published books, and with librarians especially in mind. We'd like to make it easy for library staff to learn about books from BC publishers - both new releases and backlist titles - so you can inform your patrons and keep your collections up to date.
Our site features print books and ebooks - both new releases and backlist titles - all of which are available to order through regular trade channels. Browse our subject categories to find books of interest or create and export lists by category to cross-reference with your library's current collection.
A quick tip: When reviewing the "Browse by Category" listings, please note that these are based on standardized BISAC Subject Codes supplied by the books' publishers. You will find additional selections, grouped by theme or region, in our "BC Reading Lists."
Description
Tej and Liam are going snowboarding. When they take a shortcut over a treacherous logging road and have an accident, their adventure becomes more about survival than fresh powder. Tracked by a hungry bear, while trying to outrun the weather without any food, Tej and Liam learn about their friendship and what it will take to survive. When Tej is hurt, Liam decides he has to go for help—alone.
Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
- Age:
- 12 to 18
- Grade:
- 8 to 12
- Reading age:
- 12 to 18
Awards
- Long-listed, Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) Quick Picks
- Commended, CCBC Best Books for Kids & Teens
- Commended, Pennsylvania School Librarians Association (PSLA) Top Forty
Editorial Reviews
"Manages to combine an exciting adventure with a reading level suited to struggling readers."
— The Alan Review
"Should be popular with teen boys as well as the growing number of fans of the Orca Soundings series."
— Resource Links
"A story chock-full of action and drama...The reader feels fear, discomfort, and desperate urgency along with the characters."
— KLIATT
"Interesting, believable characters and an intriguing plot-line."
— CM Magazine
"Combining plenty of action with realistically cogent concerns, this should find some success with its target audience."
— Kirkus Reviews
