The Shipwreck
When his father is murdered, a young viking boy named Leiv stows away on a ship bound for Greenland, intending to avenge the death. But the boat is wrecked in a storm and his search for revenge becomes a struggle for survival. Leiv is saved by an Inuit brother and sister and starts a new life in an icy land. Slowly he becomes aware of a way of life and value system which centers around peace rather than war, showing a profound respect for the natural world.
Lovers of adventure and wilderness novels will enjoy this tale. It’s a bit like a Jack London novel for younger readers—adventure, battling the elements, and encountering unknown people and animals. This title could be used in classrooms studying geography or indigenous cultures or as a selection for class study. It is a good choice for a book club, particularly one aimed at boys, with possible programming activities focused on crafts or games based on Inuit culture. It was reviewed by Kirkus and School Library Journal.
The Raiders
Leiv, Apuluk and Narua live a peaceful life on a farmstead in Greenland. But when Viking raiders arrive at their settlement, their quiet world is disturbed forever. The trio must rely on their wits, their courage and their friendship to protect their new home.
The Snowstorm
Leiv, Narua, Apuluk and Sølvi are ready for adventure after a long Arctic winter. Join then as they set off for Helluland (modern Baffin Island) with two dogsled teams. A terrible blizzard and a shocking kidnapping disrupt their journey. Will the four young travelers ever make it home?
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