The Trail

Bears. Blisters. Heat. Hunger. Mountains. Memories. Brave Toby is facing them all. Toby and his best buddy Lucas had a list of daring, crazy, awesome things to do together. But now Lucas is dead, and Toby is doing the last challenge all on his own: hiking the Appalachian trail. That means dealing with the little things: the blisters, the heat and the hunger. Plus the BIG things: the bears, the loneliness, the grief. But when a mighty storm hits and Toby’s life hangs in the balance, can he forge his own path – and survive?

  • A gripping tale of courage, adventure and survival
  • Explores big themes of friendship, grief and loss
  • Perfect for fans of Gary Paulsen or Roland Smith
  • Inspires kids to get outdoors and discover nature

“An addictive adventure with realistic thrills, chills, and spills.” Children’s Compass Chronicle

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