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Hannah and her sister embark on the tumultuous voyage of the Arbella, a ship that carries hopeful colonists destined for the Massachusetts Bay. Facing the trials of sea travel and the uncertainties of a new world, the family remains resolute in their quest to build a fresh, Puritan‑influenced community. Set within the broader context of early 17th‑century emigration, the narrative follows their journey, highlighting both the hardships of oceanic passage and the promise of a free land.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Laurie Lawlor
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