Norton's Hut

By John Marsden

When a group of young hikers gets lost in a blinding snow storm, they find shelter in an abandoned hut. Inside the hut they find a man who ignores them and by morning he has disappeared. After they... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1887734643
• ISBN13: 9781887734646
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: Star Bright Books
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 10 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 9

Customer Reviews

Magnificent!

As well as being a very creepy story, this book has some of the most beautiful illustrations that I've ever seen. The pictures are full of details which add to the impact of the story, and are a very accurate representation of the lovely Australian Alps (through which the kids are hiking) - they actually look photographic until you take a closer look.I was surprised that this book wasn't shortlisted in the Australian Children's Book Awards, but did at least rate a mention in the notable books list.

Marsden in top form...almost

"Norton's Hut" is definitely thought-provoking--I would recommend it if only for the questions it raises on perceptions/reality as characters question what they think they remember and what their friends remember. Marsden's characterizations of a group of teenagers are also so vivid that reading is almost like watching a movie in your head. Although not quite as much of a page-turner as Marsden's "Tommorow when the War Began" series, "Norton's Hut" is definitely an enjoyable read. A word to parents: if you have problems with some mature language and behavior, it might be advisable to read the book yourself before giving it to a child under 12.