Rebecca Behrens is the author of three critically acclaimed middle-grade novels that explore famous historical figures and fascinating places: When Audrey Met Alice, Summer of Lost and Found, and The Last Grand Adventure. Her latest releases, The Disaster Days and Alone in the Woods, are thrillingly realistic survival stories. Rebecca grew up in Wisconsin, studied in Chicago, and now lives with her husband in New York City. You can visit her online at www.rebeccabehrens.com.
Writing with a genuine love for the Wisconsin wilderness, author Rebecca Behrens remembers what it feels like to be a middle schooler. The deeper readers go into the woods with Joss and Alex, the more they'll be rooting for the girls' survival -- and the salvaging of their friendship. - -Caroline Starr Rose, author of May B. and Jasper and the Riddle of Riley's Mine Thrills - the kind you get from a wild tube ride through the rapids - and chills - the kind you get struggling to stay alive in the woods in wet swimsuits - are what we've come to expect from Rebecca Behren's truly exceptional survival tales. Add this one to your must read list! - -Rodman Philbrick, author of Freak the Mighty and Wildfire Fully developed characters and a brisk plot take readers along on a dangerous journey. - Kirkus Reviews A masterful and realistic portrayal of the descent into survival mode, told with authentic voice and ominous details, yet still managing to read like a love letter to the Northwoods. - -Terry Lynn Johnson, author of Ice Dogs and Dog Driven A compelling and relatable middle school friendship tale for fans of survival stories. - School Library Journal In this classic adventure story with the heart of a relationship drama, it's easy to root for the complex girls and their deep friendship. - Booklist