Farewell to the Island

Farewell to The Island is the sequel to Gloria Whelen's Once on This Island. This is a historical fiction and travel book that jumps from beautiful Michilimackinac Island to high class London, England, where a country girl would not fit in.

The War of 1812 had been over for a few months when Mary O'Shea's sister Angelique Cunningham, who is married, writes an invitation for Mary to visit her in England. "It  will only only be for a visit," Mary tells herself as the schooner drifts farther and farther from the island. But, when she meets seaman James Lindsay, who suddenly proposes, will it truly be just a visit?

I loved this book because of the way the characters were described. It is such clear description that it's like you know them. Honestly this book could be read by anyone over seven; it is such a delightful story that really captures the reader's attention.

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