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A 2026 Rhode Island Children's Book Award winner
A 2024 Margaret Wise Brown Prize Honor Book
A 2024 ALA Notable Children's Books selection
★ "Two amateur explorers become stranded on a newly formed volcanic island when the fishing boat that drops them off fails to come back" - Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"This gently exciting story will be enjoyed by adventure-loving children." - School Library Journal
When two scientists find themselves stranded on Iceland's newest volcanic island, Surtsey, they have to navigate fiery lava, fogged-up glasses, and dwindling supplies to survive until rescue arrives. Based on real life events, this action-packed book keeps readers guessing about the one surprising twist in the tale that's not entirely true.
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