Operation Redwood
Operation Redwood
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Northern California • 2000s
2009
YA
8-12 years
700L
Super Short Summary
Operation Redwood by S. Terrell French follows a young person named Julian who discovers a secret plan to cut down a redwood forest. They team up with friends to protect the trees, engaging in a mission that involves courage and environmental activism. The story highlights themes of friendship, responsibility, and the importance of preserving nature.
Adventurous
Inspirational
Hopeful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Operation Redwood by S. Terrell French is praised for its engaging narrative and environmental themes, appealing to young readers with its adventure and message of activism. Critics appreciate the well-developed characters and realistic portrayal of children's empowerment. However, some note predictable plot elements. Overall, it's an inspiring and educational read for middle-grade audiences.
Who Should Read Operation Redwood?
A reader who enjoyed Hoot by Carl Hiaasen or My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George will likely appreciate Operation Redwood by S. Terrell French. Ideal for middle-grade readers, it appeals to those who enjoy environmental themes, adventure, and stories of young protagonists taking action to save the natural world.
1,016 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Operation Redwood is S. Terrell French's debut novel, and it won the 2011 Green Earth Book Award in the Children's Fiction category, presented by the Newton Marasco Foundation.
The author, S. Terrell French, drew from her own experiences as an environmental lawyer when writing Operation Redwood, infusing the story with authentic environmental themes.
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The novel was inspired by French's own childhood experiences in Northern California, where the story's rich natural settings play a significant role in the narrative.
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353
Novel • Fiction
Northern California • 2000s
2009
YA
8-12 years
700L
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