31 pages • 1 hour read
Lost in the Pacific 1942
A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Book Brief
176
Book • Nonfiction
Pacific Ocean • 1940s
2016
Middle grade
10-14 years
Super Short Summary
Lost in the Pacific 1942 by Tod Olson is a fictionalized account of soldiers stranded in the Pacific Ocean during World War II after a plane crash. Led by Colonel Eddie Rickenbacker, the crew, including Captain Bill Cherry, struggles to survive on life rafts, battling dehydration, starvation, and predatory sharks until they are eventually rescued.
Adventurous
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Inspirational
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
2,064 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Thoughtfully paced and meticulously researched, Lost in the Pacific 1942 by Tod Olson captures the harrowing true story of survival during WWII. The narrative weaving and character development were praised for their depth. However, some readers found the pacing uneven at times. Overall, it serves as both a gripping historical account and an engaging read for young adults.
Who Should Read Lost in the Pacific 1942?
Readers who enjoy Lost in the Pacific 1942 by Tod Olson are likely fascinated by true survival stories and wartime history. Similar to fans of Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand or Lifeboat 12 by Susan Hood, they appreciate detailed, gripping narratives of resilience and adventure against extreme odds.
2,064 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
176
Book • Nonfiction
Pacific Ocean • 1940s
2016
Middle grade
10-14 years
Continue your reading experience
Subscribe now to unlock the rest of this Study Guide plus our full library, which features expert-written summaries and analyses of 8,000+ additional titles.