Trapped On Kooky Island
Book Description
As a band of wayward combatants approaches thirteen-year-old adventure-seeking Tye Johnson and his parents, he wonders if he chose the right time to travel through the Bahama Islands with his father, Captain Dencey Johnson, a former naval officer with the Royal Bahamas Defence Force.
Legend has it that one of The Bahamas seven hundred islands, Kooky Island, may hold the clues to some o...
MoreAs a band of wayward combatants approaches thirteen-year-old adventure-seeking Tye Johnson and his parents, he wonders if he chose the right time to travel through the Bahama Islands with his father, Captain Dencey Johnson, a former naval officer with the Royal Bahamas Defence Force.
Legend has it that one of The Bahamas seven hundred islands, Kooky Island, may hold the clues to some of the nations unsolved mysteries. Will the Johnson's be courageous and overcome the menacing Ricardo Santos? Or will they hide their faith and become prisoners trapped on Kooky Island?
Authors Tellis and Teri Bethel have teamed up to write an exciting faith-based adventure story for young people. Tellis, a naval officer, and Teri, an artist by profession, are both former associate pastors and youth directors of one of The Bahamas' leading churches.
Here's what a few young readers had to say about Trapped On Kooky Island:
Dante Delaney - age 11
"This book is excellent. One of the best I have ever read. Trapped On Kooky Island has action, adventure and good moral values. It is also very exciting and entertaining. It is a good, wholesome Christian book for adolescents and young teens. I guarantee that you will have fun reading this book and I hope it will inspire you to action."
Helen Aitken - age 12
"Trapped on Kooky Island is an action packed adventure for all ages, it shows the capacity of God's love and faithfulness as well as a life long lesson we all should learn and enjoy!!!
I loved that the book always gave credit to God in all the accomplishments that the Johnsons did.
It is a very inspiring book that has helped me to get closer to God and to grow in my faith walk with him...."
Gabrielle Miller - age 12
"Trapped On Kooky Island was really inspiring and also carries a strong message! The story is full of good times, painful times, fearful times and joyous times. This story truly exemplifies the never failing protection and power of God. I would recommend this book for those of the fifth grade or higher. I hope that you will have as much as an intriguing experience as I had reading this book!"
Daniel's mom selected Trapped On Kooky Island for a home-school assignment. He read a chapter every night before going to bed and shared his excitement of the Johnson's colorful escapades with his mom the following morning. His mom shares the following excerpt of Daniel's book report.
"My favorite part of the book was when Santos moved Dencey and Deena into a room that was camouflaged in the cave...
The reason I think others should read this book is because it shows that if you trust in God He will lead you through. And I think this book would be a good influence to trust in God."
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