The book is about a boy named Matt who is left alone while his dad brings the family to the new settlement. As he encounters wild animals,strangers and a docile group of Indians Matt learns that he most use all his strength to survive.

The book is about a boy named Matt who is left alone while his dad brings the family to the new settlement. As he encounters wild animals,strangers and a docile group of Indians Matt learns that he most use all his strength to survive.

This book was amazing. When you're 13 you're either a Wanted, necessary or Unwanteds. If you're a Wanted you go to quill if you are a necessary you're a farmer and grave digger and if you're an Unwanted you are sent to your grave.