Treasure Island: Runaway Gold by Jewell Parker Rhodes
Published by Quill Tree Books on 10/3/23
ISBN: 9780062998354
Pages: 336
Genres: Adventure
Format: Chapter Book Fiction
Source: MSL Book Review
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Zane and his skateboarding friends, Kiko and Jack, and his dog Hop-Hop, are treasure hunting in the streets of Manhattan in this modern twist of the classic Treasure Island.  Armed with a real treasure map and a hunger for adventure, Zane hopes to find enough treasure to save his family home.  He and his group must figure out clues about New York City’s role in slavery as they ward off a rival skateboarding gang.  They get some help along the way from a city pirate who happens to turn up just at the right moment.  This fast-paced middle grade novel is packed with adventure and danger, which will no doubt keep readers engrossed.  Readers don’t know who Zane can trust and his anguished thoughts are revealed in the text, which adds to the novel’s intrigue.  This page-turner would be a great addition to any library.

Reviewed by Lindsay Varnum, Orono Public Library