The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle

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Paperback, 229 pages

English language

Published Oct. 28, 1997 by Avon Books.

ISBN:
978-0-380-72885-5
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OCLC Number:
36872985

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As the lone "young lady" on a transatlantic voyage in 1832, Charlotte learns that the captain is murderous and the crew rebellious. The "Seahawk" looms against a darkening sky. Manned by an angry, motley crew at the mercy of a ruthless captain, the ship reeks of despair and mutiny! It is no place for the lone passenger, 13-year-old Charlotte Doyle, yet for her there is no turning back. But from her seemingly powerless position, Charlotte dares to become the center of a deadly voyage that will challenge her courage, her loyalties and her very will to survive.

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I greatly enjoyed this book and it's strong lead character. This is the fifth book in my quest to read from my friend's "10 books that influenced" lists, and being a young-adult book, I read it aloud with my daughter. Her rating is five stars, and here is some of what she had to say:

The book, "The True Confessions Of Charlotte Doyle" was one of the best books I have ever read. it shows the story of a 12-year old girl, who lead a normal life. when she boarded the ship, "The Seahawk" her life changed forever.

"Doing her part like we all was,", the captain echoed in a mocking tone. "Mr. Barlow, you are not young. In all your years have you ever seen, ever heard of a girl who took up crew's work?"


Definitely recommended.

Subjects

  • Sea stories