Desperate Measures

Stranded: Shadow Island #3

by Jeff Probst, Christopher Tebbetts

Book Three in the SHADOW ISLAND trilogy--Companion series to the New York Times bestselling STRANDED adventures!   As seen on The Today Show, Rachael Ray, and Kelly and Michael.  From the Emmy-Award winning host of Survivor, Jeff Probst, with Middle The Worst Years of My Life co-author Chris Tebbetts  The 3rd brand new adventure following the characters from the original STRANDED family adventure trilogy!  The story continues....The first time around, the kids had to figure out a way to work together and survive on a deserted island. This was hard for a blended family that had just been put together—Vanessa and Buzz’s dad married Jane and Carter’s mom—but they still managed to make it and get in touch with their parents… Or so they thought. Stranded on a new island, with dangers they've never before encountered, Carter, Vanessa, Buzz, and Jane find themselves in a desperate situation.  They've raced for their lives, but their adventure isn't over yet.  Before they can finally escape Shadow Island, they'll have to pull together all their strength and courage and tackle one final challenge.    Books in the Stranded, Shadow Island series Forbidden Passage (Book 4) Sabotage (Book 5) Desperate Measures (Book 6) Books in the original Stranded Stranded (Book 1) Trial By Fire (Book 2) Survivors (Book 3)

Genres: Survival, Childrens, Fiction, Middle Grade

171 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 1, 2015

About the author

Jeff Probst is the multi-Emmy Award-winning host and executive producer of the popular series "Survivor."

After years of young fans asking, "When are you going to do a Survivor for kids?" Jeff took his wife's advice and created a children's adventure series based on Survivor -- where the kids are the ones STRANDED.

Reviews

[Troy_Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

It has been a long ride with the characters from the Stranded series--Jane, Buzz, Vanessa, and Carter. And their story wraps up in this amazing novel. I thought that this couldn't be more exciting than the previous books with the Raku Nua competition--but it was amazing. The characters go through some serious development, even reflecting on how they were 15 days ago until "now". The plot was very action-filled, fast, very minimal drags, good overall. And the entertainment level was high, I read this book in two long sittings, and enjoyed every bit. It was very sad to see this series end, hopefully, their plane can crash again...not a good thought but I think Jeff Probst and Chris Tebbetts left it loose so that if they wanted--they could continue the series. I got kind of emotional at the ending as well...which I really thought wouldn't happen. I really enjoyed the Benson-Diaz adventure and will keep their stories in my heart.

[Deanie Nelder · Rating 4 out of 5]

In the final Stranded book, Carter has been separated by his siblings, and is being hunted down by the Pacific Island tribespeople for breaking their rules. The only chance all four of the Benson-Diaz siblings have is to steal a boat and get off the island, where they have a hope of attracting a rescue boat or helicopter.

This is a fun kids' adventure. The characters are even more interesting after their adventures, and their determination to face things as a family is inspiring. I am, however, glad that this is the last Stranded book, because stranding the kids on yet another island for more adventures would be ridiculous.

[Drew · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked the book however, it ended terribly. I don't typically say this about a lot of books but the ending was truly horrible. I read through the entire series and I've been waiting to finally get to finish them and read the last book. I finally got here and read the ending and nearly passed out. If only it gave a bit more detail about what happened later on...

[Fiona Byrne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Easy read, but I would have liked to have confirmation they were rescued at the end, also I know they’re a bit young but I would have also like a quick kiss from Carter to Mima.

[Caroline · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked this book but hated the ending because at the end all they saw was a plane and them it was over so they got saved I think but you will never know but it is the comber of them getting saved so I think they got saved

[Libby May · Rating 4 out of 5]

This series is really good for kids who like survival stories and sibling relationships. This is my re-read. It's super clean, pure and good for all ages.

[M · Rating 4 out of 5]

Final book in the second trilogy attempts to wrap the adventure up. But, does it??

[Yvonne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finally found the 6th and final book in the Stranded/Shadow Island series.

I think this series was fun and a good read.

[Kelly · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read another one with my 11 year-old. He likes the series.

[Gracie Dix · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a good book for quarantine reading! These survival adventures remind me that can work together and thrive even in crazy times and situations.

[Sammy D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked reading this series, but was a bit disappointed in the ending. I thought it felt a bit too rushed. It left me wanting to know what happened to Mima. Did the tribe figure out that she had aided the kids' escape? Did she lose her place as a leader? What happened to Chizo? Was he somehow allowed back as a member of the tribe, rather than exiled? I also wish that Carter and Mima kissed goodbye or that she had decided to leave with them as her parents had attempted for her sake and lost their lives doing so previously. And the children were rescued after such a short time after leaving in the canoe.

[Christine · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book picks right up where the previous book left off. Carter did not finish the Raku Nau in time. Vanessa, Buzz and Jane are taken away with the other 13 who finished. Carter and Chizo are shown another path. My daughter and I liked this story but thought it was not as exciting as the previous books. I was glad to see their sibling bonds strengthen and that they continued to work together.

[Caleb Hobbick · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's a really small book for big readers but anyone interested in survival stuff read the whole series. It teaches you stuff on survival as well. The author is the host of a survival show soil you want to know more about the author go on his website. but this is a really good series.

[Kelly Carey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fans of Gordon Korman's survival series will probably like Jeff Probst's series. This is the 6th book about 4 kids who get lost at sea and marooned on an island.

[Michael Totaro · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

Perfect book for any age! Great story for people who are looking for suspense and adventure, also action! Easy read!!!

[Dani Grace · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this book was really good and I would recommend it to people who like adventures and suspense.

[Carter · Rating 5 out of 5]

i liked it

[Julie · Rating 3 out of 5]

A quick, entertaining read, but probably the weakest of the six. I enjoyed the characters, but I do hope that they don't end up on some other island after this one!

[Eva · Rating 5 out of 5]

"This was a really good adventurous story and I like the way it ended the series. I would recommend these books to anyone who loves adventure and is reading at a grade 5 or 6 level." - Eva, 8 years

[BookReadingJenn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this whole series.