Thrown to the Wind

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Readers' Choice Gold Metal, Best Children's Book 8-12 (2023)
Literary Titan Gold Metal winner for Children's Fiction (2024)
Reader' Favorite Gold Metal for Young Adult-Religious Theme (2024); 5-Star Review
The Wishing Shelf Silver Metal, Audiobook Children's/Young Adult Fiction (2023)

“A skillfully plotted, coming-of-age story with a memorable cast of characters. Highly recommended!” The Wishing Shelf

Award-winning novel based on a true story. Etienne's family is fleeing La Rochelle in the dead of night to avoid arrest, but his cousin has offered him a safe haven. Now he must choose - stay and pursue his dream of becoming a musketeer or leave and face an uncertain destiny. Both choices are fraught with dangers. Either way his life will never be the same.

“parents, teachers – make this one required reading for your next unit study” – Heirloom Book Club

“The vivid story of a boy discovering his value on the perilous voyage of early American settlers.” – BookLife Review

“A beautiful coming of age story about a young boy who flees religious persecution, leaving everything behind but his faith.” – Readers’ Choice Awards

“All the events and places were vividly described, which helped to capture my imagination. I also loved the steady narration, which kept me intrigued.” – Readers’ Favorites Review

“Thrown to the Wind is a captivating exploration of historical events through the lens of personal struggle and growth. It not only entertains but enlightens, leaving readers more connected to the past and reflective of the human condition.” – Literary Titan Review

 

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