Bones

Stolen #2

by John Wilson

Sam and Annabel are visiting Drumheller, Alberta, where the farmland Sam’s mother lives on is host to a dinosaur dig. Annabel, an avid learner, is thrilled to have access to paleontologists and spends as much time as she can near the dig, much to Sam’s dismay. But when they learn the dig has uncovered scientifically important bones, even Sam’s interest is piqued. In fact, the whole town is talking about the dig. When Sam and Annabel learn that Humphrey Battleford, a famous collector of stolen goods, is in the area, they are on high alert to keep the ancient bones safe.

128 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2014

About the author

John Wilson, an ex-geologist and frustrated historian, is the award-winning author of fifty novels and non-fiction books for adults and teens. His passion for history informs everything he writes, from the recreated journal of an officer on Sir John Franklin’s doomed Arctic expedition to young soldiers experiencing the horrors of the First and Second World Wars and a memoir of his own history. John researches and writes in Lantzville on Vancouver Island. There are many more details in his memoir, Lands of Lost Content, https://www.amazon.com/Lands-Lost-Con...

Reviews

[Cherlynn | cherreading · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5⭐

An interesting read into the world of palaeontology! I enjoyed learning about the entire process from the discovery of fossils to the preparation and research etc. This novella also sheds light on the illegal fossil trade and black market, which is definitely something that needs more awareness.

Overall, I thought the story and characters were just ok. It was a quick read but nothing spectacular, though younger audiences and reluctant readers might love it more. I didn't realise this is the second book in a series but it can definitely be read as a standalone.

[Isaiah]

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[Sheri Radford · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great second instalment in the series, sure to get reluctant readers turning pages.

[Sherri · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is the second adventure for teens Sam and Anabel from Australia. This time the pair has traveled to Alberta to visit Sam’s mother and the dinosaur dig that’s happening nearby. Now the two are dating and are thrilled to see the dig where dinosaur bones are found nearly every day. Anabel’s curiosity and high intelligence motivate her to spend extra time at the dig (and with researcher Greg) which annoys Sam who begins to worry about his boyfriend status with Anabel. Increased tension arises with the dig unearths unidentified bones which causes heightened attention and speculation. When it appears thieves have targeted these mysterious remains, Sam and Annabel finds themselves not only in the middle of another mystery but also in danger. Like most Orca novels, reluctant readers will enjoy this fast-paced story. This book’s reading level is 4.5. Teens who enjoy some paleontology with their mystery/romance stories will like this one.

[Laina SpareTime]

(Rounded from 3.5.)

I liked this one a lot. It is the second book of the series, and I have not read the first, but I think it stands fine on its own as well. It quickly catches you up on the events that happened in the last book without rehashing them completely. I wouldn't mind reading the first at all, but it's not necessary to enjoy this one. Read the rest on my blog.