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Set in 1857, these fast-paced novels show a never-give-up family, the mysteries of the Underground Railroad, the rush of immigrants to new land along the Mississippi, and a fresh perspective on the freedoms sought in the Declaration of Independence. Strong characters keep both boy and girl readers asking for more.
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"I want to express my sincere thanks for doing a superb job in writing The Riverboat Adventures series. My students thoroughly enjoyed Escape Into the Night and have started book two, Race for Freedom. It is refreshing to see my students so excited to read. They can't wait to find out what happens to Jordan next!" |
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Escape into the Night (No. 1) Libby, a girl rich in material things, recognizes her emotional poverty when she discovers the secret life of 13-year-old Caleb, a conductor in the Underground Railroad. A fugitive slave named Jordan takes refuge on the Christina, and another family, Emma and little Henry, push Libby toward a choice. Will her journey to compassion mean giving up her most treasured possession? Read the exciting first chapter of Escape Into the Night ... |
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Race for Freedom (No. 2) A suspicious man boards the Christina, and Caleb and Libby know that Jordan risks capture by his cruel owner...or something worse. Then Elsa, a newfound immigrant friend, faces illness and possible death. As the Riverboat family enters an historic steamboat race to St. Paul, what does it mean to really win? And how can Libby, Caleb, and Jordan go beyond fear to act in courage? |
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Midnight Rescue (No. 3) Proud and determined, Libby thinks she can do whatever she sets out to do. Instead, runaway horses, an escaped convict, and a broken log raft get in the way. As Jordan makes plans to rescue his mother, sisters, and brother from slavery, Libby gives away a life-or-death secret. Can she learn from failure and earn trust again? What will happen to Jordan's family and the people who risk their lives in the Underground Railroad? |
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