From a master storyteller comes a unique exploration into the exhilarating joys--and the inevitable dangers--of total solitude.
Every day, 15 year-old Wil Neuton gets up, brushes his teeth, leaves the house, and rows away from shore. He's discovered the island, a place where he can go to be alone and learn to know nature--and himself. Wil's only mission is to let go of the outside world. But the outside world refuses to let go of him. His family regards him as a puzzle. The town bully is determined to challenge him. And suddenly, even reporters know his name. He can confront them all, or he can embrace his solitude forever. Just one thing is certain now: Wil Neuton will no longer be relying on anybody but himself.---from the publisher
208 pages 978-0439786621 Ages 12-15
Keywords: island, adventure, survival, coming of age, self reliance, nature, finding yourself, family, bullying, overcoming obstacles, 12 year old, 13 year old, 14 year old, 15 year old, If You Liked Jean Craighead George
