Los Sobrevivientes by Bryan Kandel

November 1, 2017November 1, 2017 | mpeto

A new independently published novel for level 3 and above

Last year I was offered an opportunity to test out a draft of Bryan Kandel´s new novel in my level 3 classes. I presented it to my students as a choice reading option for the end of the year. Among the students who chose to read Los Sobrevivientes, they were really into it! The novel is a gripping action story based on the true story of a plane full of Uruguayan rugby players which crashed in the Andes on its way to Santiago de Chile. Presumed dead, two men decide that they must hike their way out– without mountain climbing supplies, food, or even a clear idea of where exactly they were.

This book appeals to intermediate and advanced readers who are looking for a good action story full of courageous moments, tough decisions and ultimately an inspiring message. Great reading for heritage learners as well. Click here to check out the book trailer and additional teaching resources that Bryan has posted on his website.

To be clear: I never receive compensation for recommending books. That is obvious I hope, but I just wanted to throw that out there! -Mike Peto

3 thoughts on “Los Sobrevivientes by Bryan Kandel”

Brett Chonko says:

November 1, 2017 at 3:19 pm

Wow, that movie trailer was amazing! Chills ran down my neck and back! I can’t wait to show it to my students when I get the book in! Mike, I think it’d be useful to make a database of book trailers as well. I can do it on my blog. Could you send me links to all the book trailers you know of?

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1. mpeto says:
  
  November 1, 2017 at 3:46 pm
  
  Here is the book trailer for my book, Superburguesas: https://vimeo.com/220144803
  Noches misteriosas en Granada by Kristy Placido: https://www.wevideo.com/view/238770056
  
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  1. Brett Chonko says:
    
    November 1, 2017 at 4:02 pm
    
    Awesome! Thanks!
    
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