Lifeboat 5

Lifeboat 5 is a compelling world war II novel-in-verse based on true events, following the harrowing experiences of two girls, Bess and Beth, as they navigate the dangers of a torpedoed evacuee ship and spend nineteen hours in the Atlantic Ocean waiting for rescue. The story highlights themes of resilience, friendship, and hope amid life-threatening circumstances. Set against a backdrop of historical wartime events, it showcases the courage of young individuals facing extraordinary challenges.