A Sea So Far
A Sea So Far by Jean Thesman is a reprint edition published by Penguin Group (USA) Incorporated on October 6, 2003. This 195-page book is presented in English and follows the intertwined lives of two teenage girls, Kate Keely and Jolie Logan, against the backdrop of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake. Kate, an independent orphan, becomes the personal companion to Jolie, a fragile survivor of scarlet fever. Their journey takes a significant turn when they are sent to Ireland, where they must navigate personal challenges and family secrets.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of friendship, resilience, and the complexities of family dynamics. As Kate and Jolie travel from the United States to Ireland, they encounter various experiences that shape their relationship and personal growth. The story delves into the historical context of the early 20th century, touching on topics such as health, adventure, and the lives of orphans and foster homes. Through their journey, the girls thrive in unexpected ways, revealing the strength of their bond and the impact of their shared experiences.
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April 18, 1906. San Francisco is shaken by a nightmare earthquake. Its victims include two teenage girls-Kate Keely, an independent orphan, and fragile Jolie Logan, a scarlet fever survivor. Their lives collide when Kate is hired as Jolie’s “personal companion”; before they have gotten used to each other, Jolie’s father decides to send them to Ireland. Kate is ecstatic, until he entrusts her with the Logan family secret, one she must keep from Jolie. The girls make the exhausting journey by train and boat to Ireland, where they stay with Jolie’s aunt, and thrive-in ways Dr. Logan would never have expected.
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