50 pages 1 hour read

Will Hobbs

Jason's Gold

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1999

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Jason's Gold by Will Hobbs follows 15-year-old Jason Hawthorn as he travels to the Klondike goldfields in 1897, seeking wealth and adventure. Jason faces numerous challenges, including treacherous terrain, unreliable companions, and personal hardships, all while meeting various allies and foes. Ultimately, Jason discovers that human connections and personal growth are more valuable than riches. This novel includes depictions of death by suicide, animal abuse and death, murder, and offensive language about mental health and Indigenous people.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Reviews for Will Hobbs' Jason's Gold reveal a generally positive response. Readers praise its adventurous plot, strong historical detail, and engaging protagonist. However, some critique arises regarding predictable story elements and a slow start. Overall, fans recommend it for young adults interested in historical adventures, despite a few pacing issues.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Jason's Gold?

Readers with a thirst for adventure and historical fiction, particularly those between ages 10-14, will be captivated by Will Hobbs' Jason's Gold. Fans of Gary Paulsen's Hatchet and Jack London's The Call of the Wild will find a similar spirit of survival, exploration, and youthful determination in this thrilling Klondike Gold Rush tale.

RecommendedReading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

860L

Book Details

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance

Identity: Indigenous

Life/Time: Coming of Age