Maud & Addie

Overview

A castaway tale that demonstrates the inventiveness, the courage, and the resilience of two young girls when confronted with adversity

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.

Reviews

"An absorbing tale of two young sisters from Halifax, Nova Scotia, who are swept out to sea and their trials and risk-taking as castaways. [...] With confident pacing that rises and falls like the waves, the book charts the girls’ progress as they enter survival mode, growing more resilient and resourceful with each test." —Kirkus Reviews 

Author Biography