Touching Spirit Bear (Spirit Bear, #1)
by Ben Mikaelsen
Touching Spirit Bear by Ben Mikaelsen holds a well received rating of 3.85 out of 5, based on 17.7K reader ratings. First published in 1997. The book spans 289 pages.
About Touching Spirit Bear
After severely injuring Peter Driscal in an empty parking lot, troublemaker Cole Matthews is in major trouble. But instead of jail time, Cole is given an alternative: a one-year banishment to a remote Alaskan island. This program—called Circle Justice—is based on Native American traditions that provide healing for the criminal mind. To avoid serious jail time, Cole resolves to go. While there, Cole is mauled by a mysterious white bear and left for dead. Thoughts of his abusive parents, helpless Peter, and his violent anger cause him to examine the root of his troubled ways.Author Ben Mikaelson delivers a poignant depiction of the vicious cycle of violence and one boy's journey to healing.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Ben Mikaelsen |
| Published | 1997 |
| Pages | 289 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fiction, Fantasy, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.85 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 17,706 |
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What genre is Touching Spirit Bear?
Touching Spirit Bear is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Fantasy, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Touching Spirit Bear worth reading?
Based on 17.7K reader ratings, Touching Spirit Bear has an average score of 3.85 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Touching Spirit Bear?
Touching Spirit Bear has 289 pages.
Who wrote Touching Spirit Bear?
Touching Spirit Bear was written by Ben Mikaelsen. It was first published in 1997.
What is the ISBN for Touching Spirit Bear?
The ISBN-13 for Touching Spirit Bear is 9780060734010.0.
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