Opening pages provide background information about the events which have attributed to the existence of a mysterious stretch of ocean bordered by Puerto Rico, Miami and Bermuda. The speech bubbles and strip cartoon-style illustrations create a dynamic format that encourages readers to engage with the characters and get involved in the story. Detailed maps provide a geographical context for these occurrences. It includes three well-known accounts of encounters within The Bermuda Triangle, including the case of Flight 19. Closing pages include a 'Fact or Fiction?' section that examines different explanations of these strange and unexplained events, including tornadoes at sea. There is a glossary, index and recommended reading. This work helps achieve the goals of Scottish Standard Curriculum 5-14. It is an ideal text for shared and guided reading for Key Stage 2 pupils withing the framework of the National Literacy Strategy.
