About “Surprise Island”
Now settled with their kind grandfather, the four Alden children spend the summer on an island he owns. While exploring beaches and caves, they befriend a mysterious man named Joe and unearth Native American artifacts. The siblings dig into the island's secrets and the puzzle of who Joe really is.
Praise for “Surprise Island”
“Though these homages to Warner’s old stories may appeal to the parents of new readers more than the readers themselves, the books still serve as fun mysteries on a beginner reading level.”
Book details
- First published
- 1949
- Latest edition
- 2025 · ISBN 9780593901847
- Pages
- 178
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is Surprise Island?
Surprise Island by Gertrude Chandler Warner has 178 pages.
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