3 Reasons Why You Should Read Jungle Escape by Nathan Luff

What’s the book about?

Dear Evolution,

If the bird you have made is too big to fly, it is TOO BIG – FULL STOP!

Yours, Branson Hawthorne Esquire

When Branson’s parents announce a ski trip to Aspen, he’s thrilled – until he learns he won’t be going with them. Instead, Branson is being sent to an exclusive retreat in the Daintree Rainforest that promises poolside luxury, cuisine classes, and lessons in interior decoration. Not his idea of a holiday.

But, when they arrive at the resort, Branson and the other kids learn they’ve been duped! The building is in ruins, the bathroom’s covered in slime, and the pool is empty. It turns out the owners have lured the kids to Jungle Escape to work as free labour and restore the resort.

Branson and his new friends need to find a way out of this hell hole and the Daintree Rainforest. Will they be able to escape this jungle, or will they end up as cassowary – or crocodile – lunch?

Recommended for: 

Ages 8+

Three reasons to read it: 

1. Who wouldn’t want to explore one of the oldest rainforests in the world? Branson and his friends are stuck in the middle of the Daintree, where danger lurks around every corner. From giant cassowaries to sneaky crocodiles, this jungle is full of wild surprises! If you’re into nature, adventure and creatures that could eat you, this book is just what you need.
2. This book is packed with action that’ll keep your heart racing! From dealing with deadly animals like crocs and snakes to surviving jungle life, Branson and his friends are constantly in danger. But don’t worry—there’s plenty of humor to balance the wildness! If you’re looking for a high-stakes adventure with just the right amount of laughs, you’re in for a treat.
3. Nathan Luff knows how to keep you laughing while you’re on the edge of your seat. With a mix of danger, adventure, and humor, this book is perfect for readers who want an exciting ride but don’t mind a good chuckle along the way. If you’re after a book that’ll entertain you, make you laugh and give you just the right amount of suspense, Jungle Escape is the one to grab.

Buy a copy of Jungle Escape here.

About the author:

Nathan Luff grew up on a farm in rural NSW as one of five boys. His colourful upbringing is often the inspiration for the stories he tells. Nathan is the author of The Nerd Herd series and the middle grade novels Chicken Stu and Bad Grammar. In addition to writing children’s books, Nathan writes plays for young audiences and works part time as a primary school teacher specialising in creative writing and the performing arts.