Rite of Passage — Jeanne Blanchet

In this page-turner, award-winning author Jeanne Blanchet recreates the Mayflower's historic journey to the New World, seen through the eyes of a young girl. Readers will feel they are with her and her family confronting hunger, devastating storms, and disease during the perilous crossing. Though listed as young adult fiction, this thriller is suitable for readers of all ages who enjoy a fast-paced, historical novel.