Powder Monkey
by Donna M. McDinePublish: Sep 11, 2014Children's Book Overview
Forced into a life at sea by the Royal Navy Press Gangs, 12-year-old Tommy Kitt finds himself in a floating sea of misery. Poor living conditions and beatings occur daily. Despite his small size, Tommy must summon the courage and physical ability to prevail in a situation he cannot escape.
Suggested age range for readers: 8-12 Awards:2015 Purple Dragonfly First Place Historical Fiction2015 Story Monster Approved