When the Mountains Fall Silent - Young Adult Novel by Helena Söderlund

Hiking? Are Adam's parents serious now? Adam has never even slept in a tent. And think of all the wild animals!

It's been a long, hot summer where Adam and his best friend Jasmina have been swimming and hanging out every day. But then, weeks before he starts seventh grade, at a new school, his parents come up with the completely unexpected idea that he and his big brother Max should go hiking in the mountains. Without mom and dad. Far from Jasmina.

While Adam heads out into the wilderness, Jasmina tries to convince her mother to go on an adventure of her own - driving across Europe to Croatia. But why is Mila's mother so against traveling to the city where she grew up?

When the mountain falls silent is a new realistic adventure story about Adam and Jasmina who this time find themselves in exciting situations in different places. They are forced to be both brave and creative to deal with their lives being turned upside down in different ways. The story is about courage, survival, relationships and trust - both in oneself and in others.

When the mountain falls silent is the standalone continuation of When the world goes out which was published in 2020.

Brilliant! I think BTJ gives the book the highest rating!

"It's thrilling and dramatic, but also captivating and thought-provoking. Just like the previous book, it opens up conversations about prepping, crises, disasters, and collaboration. A well-written, realistic adventure story with extra everything."

Easy to read with a large style and short chapters. Perfect for children from 9 years old. Read a sample via this link

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