Voyage to the North Star

Peter Nichols’ novel, Voyage to the North Star, combines high-seas adventure with human folly, drawing comparisons to the works of Jack London and Joseph Conrad. The story follows fabulously wealthy Carl Schenck, who, in his quest to be a great hunter, sets sail in 1932 on his luxurious yacht, the Lodestar, aiming to hunt in Arctic waters. As the journey unfolds, the crew faces numerous perils that test their limits and change their lives, all brought to life through George Guidall's captivating narration.