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Overboard

Elizabeth Fama
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Overboard

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2014

Book Brief

Elizabeth Fama

Overboard

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

158

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Indonesia • 2000s

Theme
Publication Year

2014

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

Inspired by a real-life ferry accident, Elizabeth Fama's young adult novel Overboard follows 14-year-old Emily Slake, a reluctant expatriate daughter of aid workers in Indonesia, who struggles to survive in the ocean after a ferry sinks. As she and a local boy, Isman, face harrowing challenges, Emily gains new respect for Indonesians and their culture. The novel includes realistic depictions of drowning.

Suspenseful

Adventurous

Emotional

Challenging

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

3.8

825 ratings

57%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Overboard by Elizabeth Fama is praised for its gripping, fast-paced narrative and well-developed characters. Reviewers commend its realistic portrayal of survival at sea, enhancing the tension and emotional depth. Some criticism is directed at the predictability of the plot and occasional pacing issues, but overall, it is an engaging read that keeps readers hooked.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Overboard?

Readers who enjoy Overboard by Elizabeth Fama are likely drawn to survival stories with fast-paced action and emotional depth. Similar to avid fans of Hatchet by Gary Paulsen or Life of Pi by Yann Martel, this book appeals to young adults and teens who appreciate tales of resilience and adventure.

3.8

825 ratings

57%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

158

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Indonesia • 2000s

Theme
Publication Year

2014

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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