Santiago, an old Cuban fisherman, struggles to catch a giant marlin after a long streak of bad luck. He faces a fierce battle with the fish and sharks.
Author
W. R. Philbrick
7 books in the catalog
W. R. Philbrick has 7 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly adventure, young adult and thriller. The titles we've reviewed span 1989 to 2016.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 10–18, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Recurring virtues across W. R. Philbrick's work include courage. Parents most often flag violence — see each review below for specifics.
A young boy named Max is on the run and finds himself caught up in a dangerous situation.
A young boy named Finn is stranded on a deserted island after a shipwreck and must survive using his wits and resourcefulness.
A young boy named Jimmy lives in a sideshow attraction with his father, the Lobster Boy, and struggles with his identity and the expectations placed upon him.
Douglas Deeds travels through time to prevent a catastrophic event, facing moral dilemmas and historical challenges.
A group of teenagers encounters a terrifying presence that haunts their town.
Kevin Dillon, a boy with a learning disability, and Maxwell Kane, a physically imposing but gentle boy, form an unlikely friendship and face challenges together.
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