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Elizabeth Tilley has always imagined the Mayflower’s voyage as a moment of adventure, but the reality of life on the colony quickly tests her faith. After witnessing her parents succumb to illness, she grapples with grief and the unsettling thought that her secret might be a divine trial. As she navigates the challenges of a new world, Elizabeth must decide how to honor her beliefs and the bonds that keep her family together.
This story, written for young readers, blends historical detail of the Pilgrims’ settlement in New Plymouth with themes of faith, loss, and personal responsibility.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Dave Jackson
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