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School Library Journal
Reviewed on February 1, 2015 | Grades 5-8
Gr 4–7—Christopher Robertson and his family live on the Shetland Islands during the 1800s, where they eke out a living as fishermen for the wealthy man who owns their house and patch of land. They are constantly under threat of eviction and starvation, with little hope for a better life. Christopher's older brother steals their abusive father's stash of coins and deserts the family. Christopher goes after him, pursued himself by one of his father's cronies, and many adventures ensue. There...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2015
Fleeing a charge of sheep-killing, thirteen-year-old Christopher Robertson hopes to make his brother John return their father's money ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
