The Night Ship by Jess Kidd

The Night Ship by Jess Kidd

Based on a true story, The Night Ship by Jess Kidd is an epic historical novel that intertwines the lives of two characters separated by centuries yet connected by a shared island. In 1629, Mayken, a curious and adventurous girl, embarks on the Batavia, a magnificent ship of the Dutch Golden Age. As she explores the vessel and searches for a mythical monster, she discovers the true terrors may be closer than they appear. In 1989, Gil, a lonely boy grieving his mother’s death, finds solace living with his grandfather on the same Australian island, where he uncovers the chilling legacy of an infamous shipwreck. Jess Kidd masterfully weaves a tale of friendship, resilience, and humanity amidst chaos.

Why You'll Love This Book:

The Night Ship is a beautifully crafted novel that seamlessly blends history, mystery, and human emotion. With her signature lyrical prose and compelling characters, Jess Kidd brings two eras to life in a way that will captivate fans of atmospheric, multi-layered storytelling.

Embark on a dual timeline adventure with our First Read Collection pairing of 'The Night Ship' by Jess Kidd and a curated tea sampler. Based on a true story, this epic historical novel follows a young girl shipwrecked in 1629 and a boy who discovers her story in 1989. The tea sampler, selected based on your caffeine preference, complements this thrilling and mysterious tale. If you select herbal, you will recieve a selection of calming herbal teas. If you select caffeinated, you will recieve a selection of energizing caffeinated teas. If you select mixed, you will recieve a mix of both. Perfect for lovers of historical fiction, mystery, and tales of friendship and survival.