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Francis
Drake became well-known among pirates and privateers. He was an
experienced and daring seafarer. One of his most famous voyages was his
successful circumnavigation of the world
between 1577 and 1580 which ensured that he would be one of the best
remembered figures of Tudor England.
From the Publisher: Emmet
never knew he had a cousin–a significant discovery for anyone, but for
Emmet, life changing. For within moments of meeting Captain
Francis Drake, Emmet is invited to be his cousin's servant aboard the
Pelican on a glorious trading expedition to exotic Alexandria, Tripoli,
and Constantinople. It is a chance to go on a great voyage and to
escape the angry mobs who now threaten him and his home.
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Reviews and Comments:
-- "Dead Reckoning is a journey into the real pirate lifestyle. ... Laurie Lawlor incorporates her research effortlessly into the novel, creating a thrilling yet realistic adventure
story. -- TeenReads.com (Read the entire review here.)
Emmet begins
-- "Lawlor paints her characters with a fine-tipped brush.
Francis Drake, a brilliant naval hero was also a cruel pirate driven by
greed as well as glory. ... Lawlor has ably done her research."
-- Chicago Sun-Times (July 24, 2005; 9B)
-- "...a captivating and compelling adventure of a young man caught in a whirlpool of terrible, traumatic events." -- Evanston Round Table (August 24, 2005; p. 17)
-- "... the story is authentic and harrowing, and the historical
details are well done. This book would be perfect for older teens
who love historical fiction, or want more on pirates." -- School Library Journal
-- "This is darker than most YA fiction, but highly realistic; it
will certainly appear to YAs who like relaisitc historical fiction,
especially sea adventures. -- KLIATT
-- "Realistic, well-researched historical novel ... [provides] vivid insights into the character of Francis Drake." -- Voya
"Based as closely as possible on the sometimes-scant historical record,
Lawlor's work is full of adventure and lively detail; a solid afterword
and author's note continue the story. " -- Kirkus Reviews Read the full review.
-- "...ambitious Francis pushes forward to achieve his goal of 'girdling the
globe.' Lawlor's obviously exhaustive research comes through. [Lawlor's account] will appeal to readers..." -- Booklist
Dead Reckoning: A Pirate Voyage with Captain Drake. (2005) Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers. ISBN: 0689865775. 272 pg. Historical Fiction. $15.95.
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