Book details

  • Genre:fiction
  • Sub-genre:Action & Adventure
  • Language:English
  • Pages:192
  • eBook ISBN:9798317841065

ESCAPE FROM SMUGGLER'S COVE

By Ann Wilkinson

Overview

When the call of the wild becomes too great for fifteen-year-old farm boys Matt and Hayden, they set out expecting nothing more than a memorable adventure. But their trip quickly turns into a trial far beyond anything they planned. Tossed onto an uncharted island, the boys' farm-honed instincts and steady confidence are tested to the limit. With only their faith, their wits, and a few unexpected companions, they find themselves running from ruthless drug smugglers. As hope of escape fades, survival pushes them deeper into danger, farther from everything familiar. Befriended by a secretive stranger, Matt and Hayden become entangled in a deeper web of lawlessness and narrow escapes. With their backs to the wall, the boys must face a final showdown, one that will demand every ounce of courage they've ever learned.
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Description

When the call of the wild becomes too great for fifteen-year-old farm boys Matt and Hayden, they set out expecting nothing more than a memorable adventure. But their trip quickly turns into a trial far beyond anything they planned. Tossed onto an uncharted island, the boys' farm-honed instincts and steady confidence are tested to the limit. With only their faith, their wits, and a few unexpected companions, they find themselves running from ruthless drug smugglers. As hope of escape fades, survival pushes them deeper into danger, farther from everything familiar. Befriended by a secretive stranger, Matt and Hayden become entangled in a deeper web of lawlessness and narrow escapes. With their backs to the wall, the boys must face a final showdown, one that will demand every ounce of courage they've ever learned.
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About The Author

Ann Wilkinson writes from the heart of small‑town life, where she spent formative years raising her son and daughter and discovering the quiet, everyday stories that shape a family. Those years—full of grit, grace, and the tender chaos of parenting—continue to inspire her work. Her writing has appeared in a series of magazine articles exploring the lives of children with special needs, drawn from the profound joy and complexity she has witnessed in her daughter's adopted children. Ann's voice is marked by compassion, curiosity, and a deep respect for the resilience of families navigating unique challenges. She is also the author of a personal memoir published in Country magazine, where she reflects on the rhythms of rural living and the moments of beauty found in ordinary days. Whether she is writing about motherhood, community, or the unexpected turns that shape a life, Ann Wilkinson invites readers into stories that feel lived‑in, honest, and full of hope. Her author photo—taken in her own garden—features a skunk perched companionably on her shoulder. Far from a gimmick, the skunk is a beloved and helpful character in the book, a whimsical reminder that even the most unlikely creatures can become part of the family story.
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