Jupiter Amidships [Paperback]

S Martin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 18, 2009

Jupiter and his brother Patrick are about to embark on a merchant ship bound for home in Sierra Leone, but are set upon by a vicious Navy pressgang. The brothers are beaten, bound, imprisoned at bayonet point, and finally marched to join a Royal Navy Frigate, the Boneta. In word and deed, they are now prisoners of his Majesty King George. They have no idea where they are, or where they are heading. The Boneta is a ship full of secrets, and it's on a mission. Enemies are swiftly made, and the brothers can trust no one. Amid the mystery and danger, Jupiter will need all his strength and wits to survive - and, most surprising of all, some very strange and new technology. What they discover hidden in the holds of the ship, will propel Jupiter and Patrick into an entirely unforeseen battle for their lives ...

Editorial Reviews

Review

'Another piece of intelligent historical fiction from S I Martin. Accurate, interesting, and with a good dollop of humour.' -- The Bookbag 'Historical fiction at its very best. ... intelligent, engaging, and exciting.' -- Books for Keeps '... provides plenty for readers to think about; the questions it raises are still pertinent today.' -- Kate Agnew, The Guardian 'Exciting and convincing ... Highly recommended.' -- Write Away 'Exciting and tense ... Super stuff.' -- Jill Murphy, The Bookbag 'Masterful storytelling with a constant undertone of menace. Well written, it succeeds as a story about a young man who finds himself, as much as a story about slavery.' -- Carousel 'Authentic ... gripping historical thriller.' -- Northern Echo '... perfect for children ... who are interested in social history and adventure.' -- First News 'Highly recommended.' -- The School Librarian

About the Author

S.I. Martin is a writer and historian, founder of the series of narrative London walks entitled '500 Years of Black London'. He also works in education and the media, specialising in Black British history and literature. He is the author of an adult novel Incomparable World, and Britain's Slave Trade for the Channel 4 series of the same name. He is much in demand with English Heritage, National Maritime Museum, Museum of London, Museum in Docklands, Imperial War Museum and British Council Literature wing. Jupiter Williams, and the sequel, Jupiter Amidships, are his first children's books.

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Hodder Childrens (June 18, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0340981318
• ISBN-13: 978-0340981313
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,650,646 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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