41 pages 1 hour read

Elisa Carbone

Blood on the River

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2006

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Reviews & Readership

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Carbone’s Blood on the River captivates readers with its vivid historical detail and well-rounded characters, providing an engaging glimpse into early American colonization. However, some critiques mention a slow pace and occasional predictability. Overall, it is praised for educational value and compelling narrative.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Blood on the River?

Readers who enjoy historical adventure novels like Blood on the River by Elisa Carbone are typically young adults who are captivated by early American history and tales of survival. This book is comparable to works like Island of the Blue Dolphins and Johnny Tremain that also explore rich historical settings and resilient young protagonists.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

820L

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Period
Colonial America