The River Audiobook (Free)

The federal government sends Brian back again to the Canadian wilderness in this beloved follow-up towards the award-winning classic Hatchet from three-time Newbery Honor-winning author Gary Paulsen!

2 yrs after Brian Robeson survived fifty-four days only in the Canadian wilderness, the federal government desires him to head back to allow them to learn what he did to remain alive. This time around Derek Holtzer, a federal government psychologist, will accompany him. But a freak surprise leaves Derek unconscious. Brian’s just hope is to transport Derek 100 mls down the river to a trading post. He’s survived with only a hatchet before–now can Brian create a raft and get around an unfamiliar river?

For the first time it’s not only Brian’s survival that’s on the line .

An IRA-CBC Children’s Choice

A Parents Magazine Best Publication of the Year

“Vividly created, a book which will, as intended, make sure you the visitors who hoped that Paulsen, like Brian, would ‘perform it once again.’” -Kirkus Reviews

Read all of the Hatchet Adventures!

Brian’s Winter

The River

Brian’s Return

Brian’s Hunt