Master of middle-grade adventure Roland Smith returns with a second installment in this fast-paced action series.
NARRATOR: Ramon de Ocampo
FORMAT: 3 CDs, Unabridged
Chase and his friends Nicole and Rashawn have just survived Hurricane Emily, the storm of the century, but their troubles are just beginning. Though they've made it to the safety of Nicole's family's farm -- the winter home of the Rossi Brothers Circus -- the flood waters are rising and they need to reach higher ground. The circus's lions have escaped their cages, and a mean and unpredicable jaguar is also on the loose. And then, of course, there's the problem of the wildlife preserve next door! Have Chase and his friends lived through a terrifying night only to face a new danger?
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"The 2nd book in this series,continues with Chase, Nicole & Rashawn make it to the circus farm safe from Hurricane Emily. But are they safe? Where is Hector the leopard and where ate the lions. And Pet the elephant is ready to give birth? Great book with short chapters and a lot of action for reluctant readers by a popular tween author-at our library."
— Vicki (5 out of 5 stars)
“Ramón de Ocampo’s consistent and distinct characterizations help listeners get a bearing on the life-threatening situations and large cast of characters. His narration matches the intensity of the story. And by gearing the pacing down in quieter moments, he avoids exhausting the listener.”
— AudioFile“Listeners will be able to visualize the action portrayed and will be on the edge of their seats. The tale ends with a satisfying cliffhanger, leaving listeners waiting for the next installment.”
— School Library Journal“Nonstop action and ever-present danger makes this a sure bet for middle school-aged readers who have read the first volume. It’s a swift and exciting read, with appeal to reluctant readers.”
— Children’s Literature" I can think of many students that would like this book because nearly every chapter has danger, and "hold your breath" moments. Lots of outdoor adventure...the kids in the book are unusually knowledgeable about survival and wild animals...makes for an interesting read. "
— Amy, 2/18/2014" Students loved this book. We are waiting for the 3rd book to come out! "
— Jane, 2/16/2014" Felt like books one and two should have been one book, luckily I checked them out together. But still...loved. "
— Stacey, 2/12/2014" I loved it. It was a bit shorter than most books I read, but excited and with intriguing characters. I can't wait to read the other books in the series. "
— Renna, 2/5/2014" Action-packed like the first in the series. Boys will want to read it. "
— Jnase1, 2/1/2014" Great continuation to the story. Still a little hung up on the bus driver thing, though. "
— Mandi, 1/22/2014" This book was AWESOME.Fast paced and intense.3 middle schoolers having to watch out for circus animals during a hurricane,without there parents around!This book was better than the first by far.Super good book.I recomend it for EVERYONE. "
— Spencer, 1/20/2014" Pre-teen peril during a hurricane. "
— Brian, 1/17/2014" CCBA nominee "
— Allison, 1/10/2014" Lots of action, but very much a middle book. "
— Laela, 1/5/2014" Definitely seemed a lot more graphic and violent than the last one, but a very good story! We can't wait for the next one in the series! "
— Jen, 12/24/2013Pat Young is a voice talent and audiobook narrator. His reading of Love and First Sight won an AudioFile Earphones Award.
Ramón de Ocampo, an Earphones Award-winning narrator, was a cowinner in 2018 of the Audie Award for Best Multi-Voiced Performance. A graduate of the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama, he has been seen on television, film, and stages all over the world, including recurring roles on such television shows as The West Wing, 12 Monkeys, Sons of Anarchy, and Medium. He is the winner of a prestigious Obie Award for his stage work.