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by Maureen Buchanan Jones (Author)
A heartwarming tale of sisterhood and survival against all odds.
In 1910, eleven-year-old Maud and twelve-year-old Addie eagerly anticipate their Summer Social in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia. But when the event goes awry, the sisters find themselves swept out to sea, adrift in the unforgiving North Atlantic. With only a picnic hamper and a carriage blanket, they must rely on their wits and each other to survive.
As they navigate stormy seas and make landfall on a deserted island, Maud and Addie forge an unbreakable bond. Their adventures test their courage and resourcefulness, leading them to discover inner strengths they never knew they possessed. Perfect for readers seeking historical fiction, juvenile adventure, and stories of strong female characters.
Author Biography
Maureen Buchanan Jones has lived in New York, Mumbai, Illinois, Michigan, Saskatchewan, Texas, Den Haag, Pennsylvania, and Florida. She spent childhood summers in Nova Scotia with her five siblings. After teaching literature and writing, she now leads creative writing workshops and retreats in western Massachusetts. She is a poet, novelist, and daydreamer.
