Shanghaied

In this gripping tale, 15-year-old Jack Sligo escapes from his loving Boston-Irish family, aspiring to find a summer job on a cruise ship. However, his journey takes a dark turn when he's shanghaied onto an African freighter, where he grapples with the ship's brutal conditions and the harsh realities of segregation. With the silent support of the bo’sun Manor Nelson and the friendship of fellow crew members, Jack embarks on a desperate quest for freedom, navigating the treacherous life at sea while forging unexpected bonds along the way. Drawing from his own harrowing experiences, David Paul Collins crafts a compelling narrative that explores adventure, survival, and the quest for belonging.