Incident at Hawk's Hill
Incident at Hawk's Hill
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1995
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Action & AdventureManitoba, Canada • 1870s
1995
YA
8-12 years
Super Short Summary
Incident at Hawk's Hill by Allan W. Eckert is a historical novel inspired by true events. It follows a young person's adventure and survival experience near Winnipeg in 1870. The narrative explores the connection between the child and a wild badger, highlighting themes of resilience and the bond between humans and animals.
Adventurous
Mysterious
Contemplative
Emotional
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
3,095 ratings
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Review Roundup
Incident at Hawk's Hill by Allan W. Eckert is praised for its vivid storytelling and deep connection to nature, engaging readers with its detailed depiction of wildlife and landscapes. However, some find the pacing uneven, impacting the narrative's intensity. While celebrated for its emotional depth, others highlight the book's mature themes as potentially unsuitable for younger audiences.
Who Should Read Incident at Hawk's Hill?
Readers who enjoy Incident at Hawk's Hill by Allan W. Eckert typically appreciate nature-based adventures, historical settings, and animal-human bonds. Fans of My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George or Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls might find this novel appealing.
3,095 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Action & AdventureManitoba, Canada • 1870s
1995
YA
8-12 years
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