Overview

A lot has changed in the world since Sophie, Molly, Mark, Harriet, Leticia and Posy's last adventure in The Silver Lining. Now it's 1940, and the Second World War is making life back home in the United Kingdom very dangerous indeed. Although our intrepid crew has seen their fair share of precarious situations, from being chased by pirates to making harrowing rescues in abandoned mine shafts, their parents decide to once again send them across the ocean and into the care of the eccentric Captain Gunn. Instead of sitting out the war in a safe, quiet place, captain and crew embark on their biggest adventure yet!

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This fast-paced book is packed with historical information, all delivered with the hindsight of current perspectives. This book would enhance discussions in Grade 4 Social Studies about interactions between First Nations and settlers. -- (10/01/2018) Kudos to the author for weaving references to Indigenous history and the impact of colonial policies, such as the potlatch ban and the confiscation of Indigenous regalia, into the story. Having our parentless evacuee children learn about this part of Canada's past is an effective means of exploring our darker history through fresh eyes and of exposing today's Canadian children to these difficult subjects. -- (08/28/2018) Up in Arms is a perfect read for upper elementary and early middle school readers looking for some adventure frosted with historical and geographical additions. Subtle essages of following your dreams and the need to ponder moral dilemmas in life are hidden with the story, aspects that maybe only adult readers will uncover. -- (04/27/2018) The slice of Canadian/British history set in the rich geography of B.C., and the incredible and largely sympathetic cast of characters continue to make this series both highly enjoyable and a great learning experience --CM Magazine -- (03/23/2018)

Up in Arms is a perfect read for upper elementary and early middle school readers looking for some adventure frosted with historical and geographical additions. Subtle essages of following your dreams and the need to ponder moral dilemmas in life are hidden with the story, aspects that maybe only adult readers will uncover. -- (04/27/2018) The slice of Canadian/British history set in the rich geography of B.C., and the incredible and largely sympathetic cast of characters continue to make this series both highly enjoyable and a great learning experience --CM Magazine -- (03/23/2018)

The slice of Canadian/British history set in the rich geography of B.C., and the incredible and largely sympathetic cast of characters continue to make this series both highly enjoyable and a great learning experience --CM Magazine -- (03/23/2018)

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Born and raised in England, Amanda Spottiswoode was taught to sail as a child by the Royal Navy on the River Thames. After immigrating to Canada and ultimately settling on Salt Spring Island, she realized her childhood dream of exploring a rugged coastline by boat. Her yearly voyages on the thirty-four-foot wooden sloop South Islander were the inspiration for her first children's book, Brother XII's Treasure. Its sequel, The Silver Lining, was inspired by her lifelong love of horses and keen interest in ranching history. Amanda lives on Salt Spring Island, British Columbia. Molly March is an accomplished painter and set designer. She is the illustrator and mapmaker of Brother XII's Treasure and its sequel, The Silver Lining, both written by Amanda Spottiswoode. She lives in Coldstream, British Columbia.

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