Backcountry
Backcountry by Jenny Goebel, published by Scholastic, Incorporated in 2023, is a juvenile fiction novel that explores themes of survival and resilience. In this 224-page story, readers follow Emily, a young athlete whose life changes dramatically after being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. As she navigates her new reality, Emily embarks on a backcountry ski trip with her father and her diabetic alert dog, Molly, only to find themselves stranded in the wilderness after an avalanche.
In this gripping narrative, Emily and Molly face daunting challenges as they struggle to survive in harsh winter conditions. The story delves into the bond between the girl and her dog, highlighting their determination and strength in the face of adversity. With elements of action and adventure, Backcountry presents a compelling tale of survival that resonates with themes of nature and personal growth. This edition is available in English and offers a vivid portrayal of the trials faced by its characters.
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A girl and her diabetic alert dog face impossible odds when they’re stranded in the unforgiving wilderness. Hatchet for a new generation!
Emily has always excelled at sports, and her athletic abilities have given her confidence on and off the courts. So when she starts to drag during her middle school volleyball season, she assumes it must be the flu. Why else would she be missing simple spikes and blocks? But after a particularly intense game she finds herself riding in the back of an ambulance, a paramedic telling her that her life will never be the same.
Adjusting to life with type 1 diabetes isn’t easy. Emily is desperate to prove that she’s just as strong and capable as ever, so she jumps at the opportunity to go on a backcountry ski trip with her dad and her new diabetic alert dog, Molly.
But when an avalanche rips through the area, separating Emily from her father, she and Molly are left to face a challenge far greater than anything she could have imagined. When it becomes clear that no one will come to their rescue before their food and insulin run out, Emily and Molly must find strength they didn’t know they possessed — and faith in one another — to survive the harsh wintery conditions and escape the backcountry.
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