World of Adventure

4 primary works • 7 total works

Escape from Fire Mountain

by Gary Paulsen

Published 1 January 1995

Thirteen-year-old Nikki Roberts tries to help two children trapped by a forest fire but finds her efforts blocked by poachers who want her to become one of the fire's victims. But after a shocking turn of events, the fire becomes the least of Nikki's problems. Will Nikki's horse, Goblin, and her years of hunting guide experience save her, or will Fire Mountain reign supreme?

Danger on Midnight River

by Gary Paulsen

Published 1 July 1995

Slow-learner Daniel Martin escapes his peers' teasing by spending most of his time outdoors. But when a van crash plunges him and a gang of bullies in the river, Daniel must choose between saving himself and risking his life to save the others. The tables are turned when Daniel, always the joke, becomes the hero and the only one who can save his classmates from the perilious rapids of the rivers.

Captive!

by Gary Paulsen

Published 1 January 1995

Something loud crashed over their heads, and they could hear gravel and dirt hitting the top of the truck. It happened again and again. The last sound they heard was the scrape of a shovel picking up more dirt. Then it was quiet.

“Where do you think we are?” Woody asked. “It’s getting really cold in here.” Roman hit the back door with his fist. “I’ll tell you where we are. We’re buried alive!”

Roman Sanchez’s life has become a nightmare. His father, a SWAT officer, has been killed in the line of duty. Then masked gunmen storm Roman’s classroom and hold him and three other boys hostage in a remote mountain cabin. There’s not much time before the kidnappers’ deadly threats are carried out. Can Roman overcome his fear—and the memory of his father’s death—to lead the boys’ desperate fight for freedom?

Time Benders

by Gary Paulsen

Published 11 August 1997

In the WORLD OF ADVENTURE series designed for 8-11 year olds. Superbrain Zack and basketball fanatic Jeff get transported back to ancient Egypt. There young king Tutenkhamen's rule is threatened by his devious advisor Horemheb. Zack and Jeff save Tutenkhamen by challenging the baddies to a basketball match. Includes a guide to Egyptian writing.

Escape from Fire Mountain

by Gary Paulsen

Published 1 September 1994

Rodomonte's Revenge

by Gary Paulsen

Published 1 January 1994

Grizzly!

by Gary Paulsen

Published 6 October 1997