Adventure

=Adventure = Adventure novels revolve around a single character and are often told as a first hand account or in first person. Often these books were written to appeal to boys but in recent years authors have been writing for both genders. The main theme is the main character's survival by their wits and displays of courage inthe face of great danger. The struggle can be against nature, society, and even their inner self. Common plot features includes fast action, cliffhangers and impossible escapes.

Examples: The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton Hatchet by Gary Paulsen Touching Spirit Bear by Ben Mikaelsen