Elisa Carbone, a multi-award-winning author of novels for children
and young adults, devotes much time to researching the historical
facts that are the basis for her novels. Her passion for North
Carolina's Outer Banks, which is the setting for her novel Storm
Warriors, began with windsurfing and increased when she learned
about the fascinating history of the Outer Banks. Her love of
history is also evident in Stealing Freedom, an ALA Best Book for
Young Adults. She is also the author of the highly acclaimed novel
Starting School with an Enemy.
Bryan Kennedy was born and raised on Long Island and has been
working as an actor and comedian in New York for the past several
years. He has done numerous theater productions, voiceovers,
commercials, and audiobooks.
Carbone explores themes of leadership, equality, and new beginnings
with an even hand and solid documentation.-- "The Horn Book"
Gripping historical fiction...meticulously drawn scenes...A strong,
visceral story of the hardship and peril settlers faced, as well as
the brutal realities of colonial conquest.-- "Booklist"
Lively historical fiction at its best.-- "Kirkus (starred
review)"
Samuel's account of the voyage to Virginia, political intrigues
among the settlers, and the harrowing first winter of the James
Town settlement brings to life figures like Smith, Powhatan, and
Pocahontas. Details about food and daily life add realism to the
story, and quotes from historical sources begin each chapter.--
"School Library Journal"
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