Books About Danger And Survival

The Best Danger And Survival Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about danger and survival? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Danger And Survival

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2012

Seconds Away

By Harlan Coben · Book #2 in the Mickey Bolitar series

A teen uncovers dark secrets while solving a classmate's shooting.

395 pages· 67,039 words· Est. 6 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 20,451 ratings

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Summary: Mickey Bolitar faces a deadly mystery when his classmate Rachel is shot. With danger lurking, he and his friends, Ema and Spoon, must unravel secrets tied to the Abeona Shelter and his father's death. As they delve deeper, Mickey must protect those he loves from an unseen threat. Can he solve the mystery before it's too late?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2006

The Mummy's Curse

By Franklin W. Dixon · The Hardy Boys: Undercover Brothers series

A murder, a cursed mummy, and a race for treasure in Egypt.

176 pages· 28,617 words· Est. 4 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 362 ratings

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Summary: In the heart of Cairo, Frank and Joe Hardy face a deadly mystery. A man is murdered over a map leading to a golden mummy, rumored to be cursed. As they delve into the treacherous world of treasure hunters, they must unravel the truth before the curse claims more victims. With several suspects and the stakes higher than ever, can they solve the case before the mummy's secrets are unearthed? The clock is ticking, and danger lurks in every shadow.

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