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Book SynopsisThe trip of a lifetime - that’s what it was supposed to be, paid for with money Gran left thirteen-year old Sam in her will, but when the small plane taking Sam and his Dad back to the airport crashes in the jungle, Sam is left alone and terrified. As time passes with no sign of rescue, Sam grows weaker and has to dig deep to find levels of resolve and resourcefulness he never knew he had in order to survive. Desperate and close to giving up, Sam’s spirits are lifted by the arrival of an otter cub whose companionship and loyalty give Sam the strength he needs to keep going. But when disaster strikes, Sam has to make the hardest decision of his life. Can Sam save his friend and make it out of the jungle alive?
Trade Review"Vividly tense" * Abi Elphinstone, author of The Dreamsnatcher and The Shadow Keeper *
"Alone makes you think, makes you feel, and is a thoroughly gripping and enjoyable read." -- Liz Robinson * Lovereading4Kids *
"An enthralling read of adventure, survival and hope.... Vividly evocative details ensure that this book will be hugely enjoyed." * Carousel *
"Exhilaratingly, addictively readable...the perfect book to offer to reluctant fiction readers" * The School Librarian *
"Utterly absorbing" * Armadillo Magazine *
