96 Miles
96 Miles by J. L. Esplin is a gripping tale of survival set against the backdrop of an isolated Nevada home. Published by Tor Publishing Group on February 11, 2020, this 272-page book is written in English and follows the Lockwood brothers as they navigate a desperate situation. After a massive blackout leaves them without supplies, John and Stew must embark on a challenging 96-mile trek through the desert to seek help, prompting them to reevaluate their father’s teachings on self-reliance and the importance of community.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines action and adventure with themes of family and resilience. As the brothers face the harsh realities of their environment, they confront not only physical challenges but also deeper questions about their relationships and responsibilities to one another. This story of determination and the unpredictability of human nature offers an engaging exploration of survival, making it a compelling choice for those interested in juvenile fiction and thrillers.
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21 days without power. 2 brothers on a desperate trek. 72 hours before time runs out…
The Lockwood brothers are supposed to be able to survive anything. Their dad, a hardcore believer in self-reliance, has stockpiled enough food and water at their isolated Nevada home to last for months. But when they are robbed of all their supplies during a massive blackout while their dad is out of town, John and Stew must walk 96 miles in the stark desert sun to get help. Along the way, they’re forced to question their dad’s insistence on self-reliance and ask just what it is that we owe to our neighbors, to our kin, and to ourselves.
From talented newcomer J. L. Esplin comes this story of survival and determination as two young brothers confront the unpredictability of human nature in the face of desperate circumstances.
“A suspense thriller, survival story, and a story of the love between brothers. You’ll turn the pages and be surprised again and again.”—Gary D. Schmidt, Newbery Honor Award-winning author of The Wednesday Wars
“Fast-paced, believable, funny, and poignant. 96 Miles is a great read from the first sentence to the surprising and satisfying ending. I give Esplin’s debut novel 100%. Don’t miss it!”—Roland Smith, New York Times bestselling author of Peak
“Readers who enjoy realistic survival stories will not be able to put down Esplin’s debut…. Filled with survival techniques, danger, and overcoming realistic obstacles, this story will have readers turning pages. A great choice for lovers of Gary Paulsen’s Hatchet or Roland Smith’s Peak.”—School Library Journal
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