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“This page-turning true-life adventure is filled with rich and riveting details and a timeless understanding of the things that matter most.”—Dashka Slater, author of The 57 Bus
“Brilliantly told in verse, readers will love Ken Sparks.” —Patricia Reilly Giff, two-time Newbery Honor winner
“Lyrical, terrifying, and even at times funny. A richly detailed account of a little-known event in World War II.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Middle grade Titanic fans, here’s your next read.” —BCCB
“An edge-of-your seat survival tale.” —School Library Journal (starred review)
A Junior Library Guild Selection
The 2019 Golden Kite Middle Grade Fiction Award Winner
A 2019 ALSC Notable Children’s Book
The 2019–2020 Lectio Book Award Winner
The 2020–2021 Florida Sunshine State Young Readers Award List
The 2020 Oklahoma Library Association’s Children’s Sequoyah Book Award Winner
The Connecticut Book Award Winner
In the tradition of The War That Saved My Life and Stella By Starlight, this poignant novel in verse based on true events tells the story of a boy’s harrowing experience on a lifeboat after surviving a torpedo attack during World War II.
With Nazis bombing London every night, it’s time for thirteen-year-old Ken to escape. He suspects his stepmother is glad to see him go, but his dad says he’s one of the lucky ones—one of ninety boys and girls to ship out aboard the SS City of Benares to safety in Canada. Life aboard the luxury ship is grand—nine-course meals, new friends, and a life far from the bombs, rations, and his stepmum’s glare. And after five days at sea, the ship’s officers announce that they’re out of danger. They’re wrong. Late that night, an explosion hurls Ken from his bunk. They’ve been hit. Torpedoed! The Benares is sinking fast. Terrified, Ken scrambles aboard Lifeboat 12 with five other boys. Will they get away? Will they survive? Award-winning author Susan Hood brings this little-known World War II story to life in a riveting novel of courage, hope, and compassion. Based on true events and real people, Lifeboat 12 is about believing in one another, knowing that only by banding together will we have any chance to survive.
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Experience the gripping story of survival and courage in Lifeboat 12, a captivating novel based on true events during World War II. With its richly detailed narrative and timeless understanding of human resilience, this page-turning adventure is guaranteed to captivate readers of all ages. From best-selling author Susan Hood comes a tale that will stay with you long after you turn the last page.
Transport yourself back to the era of Nazi bombing raids on London, where thirteen-year-old Ken must find a way to escape the dangers of war. Joined by ninety other boys and girls aboard the SS City of Benares, they set sail for safety in Canada. As the story unfolds on the luxury ship, readers are treated to nine-course meals, new friendships, and a refuge far away from the harsh realities of their war-torn lives.
But just when they think they are out of harm's way, disaster strikes. Torpedoed and sinking, Ken finds himself on Lifeboat 12 with five other boys. The question now becomes, will they make it out alive? Will their bond and determination be enough to conquer the treacherous sea and the uncertainties that lie ahead?
Award-winning author Susan Hood masterfully weaves together the harrowing experience of these young survivors, highlighting the importance of unity, hope, and compassion in the face of unimaginable adversity. Drawing from real-life events and individuals, Lifeboat 12 showcases the indomitable spirit of the human heart and the strength that emerges when we believe in one another.
Don't miss out on this critically acclaimed novel that has captivated readers across the globe. Join Ken and his companions on a journey that will keep you on the edge of your seat, celebrating the triumph of the human spirit. Get your copy of Lifeboat 12 today and immerse yourself in an unforgettable tale of bravery and resilience at https://www.amazon.com/Lifeboat-12-Susan-Hood/dp/1481468847/ref=nosim?tag=apexknowled0e-20.
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