And a better question is why did they eat it? It was as if they stepped into a fairytale-- or nightmare. Who is on the island with them and what do they want? Wells and Jules Verne. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review. The fairytale effect of the plot is enhanced by effective word choices which also make the story come alive. Initially, the island feels peaceful, sleepy, and safe. Enlarge cover. Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Open Preview See a Problem? Details if other :. Thanks for telling us about the problem. Return to Book Page. Preview — An Unusual Island by D. An Unusual Island by D. Finn Goodreads Author. Much to her disappointment, though, they leave the island to go sightseeing on a boat. Even when her brother gets their dad to stop the boat to investigate the neon sea creature that he is sure is following them--nothing. Losing her new red hat is the highlight of her trip until an unexpected storm hits, and they shipwreck on an uncharted island.

After tending to some wounds from the crash, they search the island in hopes of finding human civilization. When they return to their campsitea fully cooked dinner is waiting for them! And a better question is why did they eat it? It was as if they stepped into a fairytale-- or nightmare. Who is on the island with them and what did they want? Get A Copy. Paperback , 1 , pages. Published July 20th by Bookbaby first published July 1st More Details Other Editions 3. All Editions. Friend Reviews. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. To ask other readers questions about An Unusual Island , please sign up. Lists with This Book. Community Reviews. Showing Average rating 4. Rating details. More filters. Sort order. Start your review of An Unusual Island. Jan 27, Stephanie Collins rated it it was amazing. What a fun middle grade read! I giggled at one point, thinking, "This is like The Swiss Family Robinson meets The Lorax meets Land of the Lost with an intriguing mix of Alice in Wonderland and Wizard of Oz thrown in for good measure!

A good time! flag 3 likes · Like · see review. Sep 21, Diane rated it it was amazing. The experience does nothing to improve her opinion when a storm arises and they are shipwrecked on an uncharted island, there to face the mystery of their lives. Only eleven pages into the story, D. Finn paints the background, interests, and concerns of her protagonists and places them in a position of confronting powerful changes: off and running with a quick start, teen readers will find themselves plunged into adventure following a "stereotypical smart girl" who finds her comfortable world challenged in more ways than one. It was like I had been in a trance while we were walking. In a rollicking journey that includes caves, possible pirate treasure, and references to baseball, bears, possible school pranks, and more, An Unusual Island is replete with twists and turns that skirts the supernatural and creates the evocative saga of an island replete with danger.

With an adventure far beyond that of a shipwreck or treasure saga, teens will delight in a winding story line that requires only an interest in adventure and fantasy to prove an engrossing, compelling read, recommended for ages Apr 23, Michelle Arredondo rated it really liked it. being stranded on a deserted island an intriguing scary thought and the way this book is written it also becomes something captivating and imaginative and almost wonderful. A fun read. A great little book to delve into especially during these summer months.

I highly recommend this book, An Unusual Island by D. It's worth the read. Thanks as always to the people at goodreads for the opportunity to receive this book for free in exchange for an honest review to which I gladly and vol Thanks as always to the people at goodreads for the opportunity to receive this book for free in exchange for an honest review to which I gladly and voluntarily gave. flag 2 likes · Like · see review. Jan 17, Larry Landgraf rated it it was amazing · review of another edition. An Unusual Island written by D. Finn is a fantasy sci-fi novel. It was written for the younger generation, but anyone who is young-at-heart will enjoy this story. Justin and Janine are fifteen-year-old twins who are on a sailing adventure with their parents somewhere around the Hawaiian Islands.

They run into a terrible storm at sea and are shipwrecked on an uncharted island. They are shaken up, but no one is seriously injured. When they get off their damaged sailboat to explore their surroundi An Unusual Island written by D. When they get off their damaged sailboat to explore their surroundings, they soon find that the island is most unusual. Janine and Justin learn that they were purposely brought to the island by their not-so-human friends for a special purpose. But, there are forces of evil at work here as well.

Some of the inhabitants of the island are against the old ways. The Freedom Fighters want change and the twins are torn between the two factions. Which side do they choose? Publisher D. Release 21 April Subjects Juvenile Fiction Juvenile Literature. Search for a digital library with this title Search by city, ZIP code, or library name Learn more about precise location detection. View more libraries When Janine's parents win a vacation to a private island, it's the same week as her and her twin brother's 16th birthday. She can't wait to lounge on the beach and let the staff pamper her! Much to her disappointment, though, they leave the island to go sightseeing on a boat. Unlike the rest of her family, bouncing around the ocean isn't her idea of fun.

Even when her brother gets their dad to stop the boat to investigate the neon sea creature that he is sure is following them—nothing.

Finn is an independent California local who encourages everyone to embrace their inner child. She was born and raised in the foggy Bay Area, but in relocated with her husband, kids, dogs, and cats to the Sierra foothills in Nevada City, CA. She immersed herself in reading all types of books, but especially loved romance, horror, and fantasy. She always treasured creating her own reality on paper. Finally, being surrounded by towering pines, oaks, and cedars, her creativity was nurtured until it bloomed. Her creations vary from children’s books, young adult fantasy, and adult paranormal romance to an autobiography with poetry. She continues on her adventures with an open invitation for her readers to join her.

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Losing her new red hat is the highlight of her trip until an unexpected storm hits, and they shipwreck on an uncharted island. After tending to some wounds from the crash, they search the island in hopes of finding human civilization. When they return to their campsitea fully cooked dinner is waiting for them! And a better question is why did they eat it? It was as if they stepped into a fairytale-- or nightmare. Who is on the island with them and what do they want? Previous page. Reading age. Print length. Publication date. April 20, Page Flip. Word Wise. Enhanced typesetting. Sticky notes. On Kindle Scribe. See all details. Next page. Popular titles by this author. Page 1 of 1 Start over Page 1 of 1. A LONG WALK HOME: A Christmas Novelette. Kindle Edition. Elizabeth's War. Dolphin's Cave. A Voice in the Silence. Tree Fairies and Their Short Stories. Bigfoot: A Short Story. Review "Finn's unusual island is a remarkable one, and the family's explorations of the seemingly deserted island brought to mind the classic adventure tales of Robert Louis Stevenson, H.

Wells and Jules Verne. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review " One of the most successful things in the book is the atmospheric mood throughout. Initially, the island feels peaceful, sleepy, and safe. As the book goes on, it begins feeling darker, mysterious, and threatening. The island is truly its own character in this book. Finn is an independent California local, who encourages everyone to embrace their inner child. She was born and raised in the foggy Bay Area, but in relocated with her husband, kids, dogs and cats to the Sierra foothills in Nevada City, CA. She immersed herself in reading all type of books, but especially loved romance, horror and fantasy. Finally, being surrounded by towering pines, oaks and cedars, her creativity was cradled until it bloomed. Her creations include three indie children's books and an autobiography with poetry. She continues on her adventure with an open invitation to her readers to join her.

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Top reviews from the United States. There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later. Verified Purchase. When a family of four Dad, Mom, and two fifteen-year-old twins, Justin and Justine win a trip to an unknown island near Hawaii, they are excited about their trip on a boat to their private destination. They end up on a different island when their boat is damaged in a storm. Many mysterious things begin to happen that make them realize they are not alone. The family finds themselves in the middle of a conflict between two factions of people. The family doesn't know whom to trust—those who follow the old ways or another group who call themselves Freedom Fighters.

The island is also the home to many gigantic bird-like creatures and other unusual phenomena. Will the family ever get off the island, or are they destined to remain there embroiled in the conflict? No spoilers. This story is more for the science fiction or fantasy reader. If you like unusual characters and strange happenings, this book could be a good fit for you. An Unusual Island written by D. Finn is a fantasy sci-fi novel. It was written for the younger generation, but anyone who is young-at-heart will enjoy this story. Justin and Janine are fifteen-year-old twins who are on a sailing adventure with their parents somewhere around the Hawaiian Islands. They run into a terrible storm at sea and are shipwrecked on an uncharted island. They are shaken up, but no one is seriously injured. When they get off their damaged sailboat to explore their surroundings, they soon find that the island is most unusual.

It doesn’t take them long to find that they are not alone on the lush tropical isle. The people they find are about the same size as they are, but though they speak English, they aren’t quite human. The animals, some of which you won’t expect, also speak English and are able to communicate with the twins. Janine and Justin learn that they were purposely brought to the island by their not-so-human friends for a special purpose that the storm was generated by the inhabitants of the island for the sole purpose of bringing the twins to the island to save their species’ way of life.

But, there are forces of evil at work here as well. Some of the inhabitants of the island are against the old ways.

Only time will tell. Thanks as always to the people at goodreads for the opportunity to receive this book for free in exchange for an honest review to which I gladly and voluntarily gave. What a fun middle grade read! When a family of four Dad, Mom, and two fifteen-year-old twins, Justin and Justine win a trip to an unknown island near Hawaii, they are excited about their trip on a boat to their private destination. And a better question is why did they eat it? If you like unusual characters and strange happenings, this book could be a good fit for you.

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