Robert Elmer, Escape to Murray River (Adventures Downunder #1)
(kindle / iPad)
Entertaining well-written story, good for introducing a pre-teen boy to themes in Australian history, such as transportation, aboriginals, early settlement (later books in the series may cover the gold rush?)
Starts out in Ireland, tells the story of a 13 year old Catholic boy whose father is set up and transported to WA for a crime he did not commit. The boy, his mother and his siblings follow, hoping to find the father and paternal grandfather (who had been transported when the father was little).
I particularly like the attitude of the main character, Patrick, who is brave in spite of his fears, has a strong faith, is not afraid to pray in the face of ridicule, and who is determined to stand up for what is right. A good role model.
Many concepts are a bit too advanced for the present - but definitely bookmarking the series for when the boys are older.
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