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| Author | Richard Peck |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Kelly Murphy |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's |
| Publisher | Dial |
Publication date | 2011 |
| Media type | |
| Pages | 256 |
| ISBN | 0-1424-2183-9 |
| Followed by | The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail |
Secrets at Sea is a 2011 children's novel written by Newbery medalist Richard Peck and illustrated by award-winning artist Kelly Murphy. It is a tale of a family of mice stowaways on an adventurous ship's journey, set in the late 19th century.
The Story of the four mice and their journey on a ship.
Chapters:
Chapter 1 – Great changes
Chapter 2 – Skitter and Jitter
Chapter 3 – The Haystack
Chapter 4 – When Night and Darkness Fell
Chapter 5 – Two Futures
Chapter 6 – A World of Steam and Humans
Chapter 7 – Dinner is Served
Chapter 8 – The Law of the Sea
Chapter 9 – A Royal Command
Chapter 10 – Camilla's Train
Chapter 11 – Sebastian's Secret Sweet Shop
Chapter 12 – Secrets the Dark Night Keeps
Chapter 13 – Dynasty and Destiny
Chapter 14 – Waltz Time
Chapter 15 – A Fond Toodle-oo
Chapter 16 – A Palace Wedding
Secrets at Sea has received widespread acclaim and was featured on best books of the year lists by the New York Times, [1] Kirkus Reviews [2] and People Magazine. [3] Additionally, the artwork for Secrets at Sea received Gold Medals [4] from the Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles, as well as distinction from the Society of Illustrators in New York. [5]
2011 Notable Children's Books, The New York Times [6]
2011 Best Books for Children, Kirkus Reviews
2011 Ten Best Books for Children, People Magazine
2011 Starred Review, Publishers Weekly [7]
2011 Starred Review, The Horn Book [8]
2011 Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews [9]
2012 Original Art Show, Society of Illustrators
2013 Gold Medal (Children's Market Category), Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles
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