50 pages 1 hour read

Will Hobbs

Jason's Gold

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1999

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Reviews & Readership

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Reviews for Will Hobbs' Jason's Gold reveal a generally positive response. Readers praise its adventurous plot, strong historical detail, and engaging protagonist. However, some critique arises regarding predictable story elements and a slow start. Overall, fans recommend it for young adults interested in historical adventures, despite a few pacing issues.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Jason's Gold?

Readers with a thirst for adventure and historical fiction, particularly those between ages 10-14, will be captivated by Will Hobbs' Jason's Gold. Fans of Gary Paulsen's Hatchet and Jack London's The Call of the Wild will find a similar spirit of survival, exploration, and youthful determination in this thrilling Klondike Gold Rush tale.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

860L

Book Details

Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance
Identity: Indigenous
Life/Time: Coming of Age