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Touching Spirit Bear by Ben Mikaelson

Reviewed by Sharilyn Ung

Touching Spirit Bear is a story about a boy who transforms from an arrogant, angry boy to a soul that has humility as one of his traits. In the past, Cole Matthews experienced anger and hate every day of his life and took it out on other people, by hurting them.  But one day, it got too far; Cole had beaten up a classmate and caused his victim to have brain damage. As his punishment, Cole is sent to an island.  At first, this seems as a simple “game” to Cole. But when he is deadly attacked from a Spirit Bear; Cole discovers that he must learn how to be responsible for himself.

Even though Cole suffers from the physical wounds, during that time, Cole reflects upon life and heals.  He discovers that everything should be cherished, because you don’t know how much you love that thing or person, until they are gone forever.

Last Updated: December 09, 2004
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