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In this book, readers meet Kate, a fearless and headstrong young woman determined to make a path of her own. Europe’s future delicately hangs in the balance during the first days of Britain’s war with Germany in 1939. As Kate seeks out her own path in life, she also navigates what it means to live during wartime. Her plans are disrupted when romances old and new emerge, and her encounters with Nazi sympathizers change her views about the world around her. Meanwhile, Kate embarks on a new and meaningful adventure on the SS Volendam, which brings World War II and its true human cost to the forefront for her.
This book is an intriguing work of historical fiction. The little-known events of the SS Volendam, which served as an evacuation ship for refugees and British children during World War II, are clearly depicted. In Kate, readers find a determined heroine dedicated to helping others, and her actions to stand apart from those around her make her a memorable main character. Kate is headstrong, and Henley's narrative excellently depicts both her and what life was like for the British during World War II. The extensive research the author put forth is evident. For anyone with an interest in historical fiction, particularly ones with World War II as a backdrop, this book is a strong addition to their reading lists and collections. The writer has crafted an engaging read about a fascinating time period in world history that completely reshaped the globe’s social, economic, and political stages. It is a fascinating read, appropriate for both adolescent and adult readers.
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