The Night Ship by Jess Kidd

The Night Ship by Jess Kidd

In 1629, young Mayken boards the Batavia, sailing to the East Indies, grieving her mother and oblivious to the lurking dangers onboard. Shipwreck on the coast of Western Australia plunges her into a nightmare of survival. Centuries later, nine-year-old Gil grapples with his own grief as he arrives on the same island, haunted by whispers of the Batavia's dark history. As he uncovers the shipwreck's secrets, Gil's and Mayken's stories intertwine across time in this exploration of resilience, loss, and the enduring power of the past. Historical fiction readers will be captivated by this dual-timeline narrative filled with atmospheric prose, compelling characters, and an intriguing mystery.

Why You’ll Love This Book

Journey through a richly imagined historical adventure spanning centuries. Discover how two souls connected by tragedy find solace and strength in the echoes of the past. Unravel the mysteries surrounding a devastating shipwreck and its enduring impact on those who come after.