Kemosha of the Caribbean
Written by Alex Wheatle
Narrated by Sara Novak
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Yet Kemosha's greatest test yet is upon the deck of the Satisfaction: the notorious Captain Morgan's ship. His next adventure on the high seas could be the making of Kemosha – and her one chance to earn enough pieces of eight to buy the freedom of her brother...
“A thrilling high seas adventure… Kemosha's indomitable spirit, determination and wit make for an unforgettable heroine.” – The Observer
“[A] stunning historical adventure… Wheatle has a big heart, an easy style and natural empathy and doesn't compromise on the grim details as he introduces us to a little taught period of history through a girl with many of the same dreams as today's teenagers.” – The Times, Children's Book of the Week
“A vivid and powerful story… Another tour de force by Alex Wheatle a truly gifted storyteller” - David Olusoga
A thrilling, incredible story with a wonderful young Black woman at its heart, told by one of the most accomplished writers in the world today. Wheatle creates a heroine who is impossible not to love and who will stay in the reader's mind and heart long after finishing the book -- Sunny Singh
Alex paints a vivid character in Kemosha, a stubborn and strong willed slave who refuses to accept defeat at every corner. It is a story about courage, determination, and never giving up. -- Kereen Getten
Alex Wheatle
Alex Wheatle is the award-winning author of Brixton Rock which was published in 1999. He spend most of his childhood in care homes and foster families. ‘‘East of Acre Lane’ won the 1999 London Arts Board London Writers’ Award. He has worked with the Book Trust and the London Arts Board to promote literature within the city. He lives in South London with his wife and three children.
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