Paradise: Based on a True Story―A Young Adult Historical

Paradise: Based on a True Story―A Young Adult Historical Adventure of Love and Courage

In 1542, when sixteen-year-old Marguerite is selected by her uncle, the Sieur de Roberval, as one of the young women to accompany him on his voyage to the New World, she seizes the chance to escape the oppressive household of her father. Marguerite persuades her forbidden young lover, Pierre, to join the voyage so they can be wed when they reach Canada. But when Marguerite and Pierre are caught together on the ship, they are banished to the tiny, wild Isle of Demons, off the coast of Quebecâ‚¬"and their voyage to freedom becomes a fight for their very survival. Inspired by the true story of Marguerite de La Rocque, Paradise is a gripping novel of adventure, courage, love, and hardship.
Country USA
Brand Clarion
Manufacturer Clarion Books
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber Illustrated
ReleaseDate 2006-04-17
UnitCount 1
UPCs 046442494816
EANs 9780618494811

Paradise: Based on a True Story―A Young Adult Historical Adventure of Love and Courage