“The immense forest; its wolves, ravens, bears; the night’s shimmering aurora and myriad stars—all of these are majestic but not friendly. Against this vividly realized backdrop, the boys’ connection is tested. However fragile, fractious, flawed, it’s their lifeline. Unsettling and compelling, a gripping, evocative read.”
— Kirkus
“…the characters are well developed and the plot is fast-paced and suspenseful. Gary Paulsen and Will Hobbs fans will doubtlessly welcome this one.”
— Booklist
“Fans of Hatchet and Lord of the Flies will be drawn to this harrowing survival story from Lawrence (The Winter Pony), which offers psychological suspense and action in equal measure.”
— Publishers Weekly
“An emotionally engaging and heart-pounding read.”
— Dean Schneider