Plot Summary

Treasure Island: Runaway Gold

Jewell Parker Rhodes
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Treasure Island: Runaway Gold

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2023

Book Brief

Jewell Parker Rhodes

Treasure Island: Runaway Gold

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Orleans, Louisiana • 1850s

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

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Super Short Summary

Treasure Island: Runaway Gold by Jewell Parker Rhodes follows a young person navigating challenges and adventures on a mysterious island. The story explores themes of courage and self-discovery as the protagonist seeks hidden treasure while confronting both internal and external obstacles.

Adventurous

Exciting

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Jewell Parker Rhodes' Treasure Island is praised for its vibrant storytelling and dynamic characters, capturing readers with its vivid settings and emotional depth. However, some find the pacing uneven, with certain parts slower than expected. Overall, it’s a compelling read with strong thematic elements, though it may not appeal to those preferring a consistently fast-paced narrative.

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Who Should Read Treasure Island: Runaway Gold?

Fans of adventure and historical fiction, especially middle-grade readers, will enjoy Jewell Parker Rhodes' Treasure Island: Runaway Gold. Readers who loved Island of the Blue Dolphins or Hatchet will appreciate the thrilling quest and rich historical context of Rhodes' narrative.

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Orleans, Louisiana • 1850s

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

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