Once again, for the second time on what was supposed to be the best day of my life, I felt tears stinging my eyes. I knew I shouldn’t be upset, but it was really hard. This wasn’t at all what I thought it was going to be.
The Case of the Questionable Campers
The Case of the Questionable Campers is the second installation in The Chosen Generation series. It’s a standalone novella with different main characters and themes, but is the same in style and tone of The Teen Tyrant Takedown.
Table of Contents
Plot
Twelve-year-old David is anticipating an exciting week at camp. He’ll be heading to Golden Pines Youth Camp for a week of adventure and spiritual challenge.
However, even before arriving, things go awry. The bus is cramped and overheated. They get locked in traffic on the freeway. Upon arrival, he finds out he doesn’t have a cozy wooden cabin, but a supply closet. David, his two friends, and his counselor must all cram themselves inside. Things are looking bleak.
Join Daniel as he learns to overcome disappointment and unfulfilled expectations. Throughout the book, he struggles to remain cheerful despite mediocre circumstances. He also battles with doing right when no one is around.
This book is a retelling of Daniel’s story in the Bible, and if you look for them, you’ll see the key aspects of that account applied to a modern setting.
The Case of the Questionable Campers’ plot is simple, and the real focus lies in the characters and theme.
Characters
Daniel is a hyperactive twelve-year-old who is enthusiastic and, at times, vulnerable. The author expertly conveys his character in the limited space she has. She does an impressive job of getting inside the main character’s head, bringing his thoughts and emotions out.
His friends, Jax and Chad, have unique personalities as well. While not the center of the story, they are brought to life with offhand shows of personality that fill in the rest of their character.
Theme & Spiritual Application
The heart of the story is the theme. It’s all about doing right under pressure—just like Daniel in the Bible. Here, modern-day Daniel has to overcome temptations and, with God’s help, stay obedient. Each chapter touches on smaller things as well, like flawed authorities and dealing with disappointment.
In reading this, you’ll be challenged to do right even when there’s no one to keep you accountable. The study questions at the end of each chapter drive the points home.
Overall
The Case of the Questionable Campers is for a younger audience, but I enjoyed reading it. The main character and writing style are more tuned toward young boys, rather than teens or adults. The book is well suited for reading aloud with others. In such a setting everyone involved could discuss the questions.
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