3.5 stars. The story of a young boy who helps his father, a cook in a logging camp kitchen. The cabin we visit yearly in Northern Minnesota is on the site of a former logging camp. So, I thought my kids might enjoy reading this book. ( )

When Ben's father leaves for the logging camp, Ben joins him, working as a cooks assistant. He quickly learns the importance and value of hard work. Overall, this was a pretty good read. It was fast faced and moved nicely. I think pre-teens and young teenage boys will really enjoy this book, and perhaps learn for themselves the value of hard work. ( )

Fast paced and interesting look at the life of the lumberjacks in Northern Minnesota circa 1898. The relationship between Ben and his father, the head cook, is well drawn.