Lifeboat 12

This evocative verse novel, based on true events, follows 13-year-old Ken as he escapes London during World War II and embarks on a voyage to safety aboard the SS City of Benares. When disaster strikes and the ship is torpedoed, Ken finds himself in a tense struggle for survival on a lifeboat with other boys, confronting fear and uncertainty. Award-winning author Susan Hood vividly portrays themes of courage, hope, and resilience in this compelling story.