Christopher Hawkins and His Daring Escapes
A Revolutionary War Novel
by Jeanne Brownlee Becijos
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Pub Date Jul 24 2023 | Archive Date May 28 2026
Torch Publications | Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA), Members' Titles
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Description
CELEBRATE AMERICA’S 250TH ANNIVERSARY WITH THIS TRUE STORY OF A TEEN’S FIGHT FOR HIS COUNTRY
For readers ages 10 to adult
The Revolutionary War is raging, and 12-year-old Christopher Hawkins runs away to follow his dream of being a sailor and a patriot. During his first sea adventure, the British capture his ship. Quick-witted Christopher escapes at his first opportunity.
At 17, Christopher joins another American privateer but is soon captured by the British. This time, he is delivered to the notorious British ship HMS Jersey, the war’s deadliest prison. Armed with only courage, cunning, and a sense of humor, Christopher Hawkins will face death unless he can escape from his British captors twice more.
During Christopher's escapes, he races through New York City, Long Island, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. This adventure novel and tale of survival is adapted and expanded from author Becijos’ great-great-great-great-grandfather’s oft-quoted memoir, The Adventures of Christopher Hawkins.
With its American history educational and curriculum tie-ins, this book is of interest to teachers and librarians.
A Note From the Publisher
Paperback (Young Readers Edition): 9780911079043
Advance Praise
“A rare book that brings history alive in the most exciting way—full of memorable characters and real-life, harrowing adventures!”
—Carol Cujec, award-winning author of Real
“The narrative is written in first person, paying homage to the original memoir it was inspired by; this diary-like format allows readers to truly experience the story as if it were happening to them.”
—Kirkus Reviews
"This novelization is at turns harrowing and funny as its cycles of capture-and-escape gets twistier and ever-more surprising."
—Publishers Weekly/BookLife, Editor's Pick
“Strong and determined characters are the strength of this novel, and readers will root for their success.”
—BookLife Prize
“This one I will definitely add to my recommendations list! It has action, and adventure that seems never ending. It seems he looks for trouble or maybe it just finds him. He is a very resourceful young man that seems to have luck with him. I love historical fiction! This will be a new one to add to my favorites list!”
— Jane S. Librarian ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Will definitely be recommending this book to readers for the upcoming 250th celebration.”
— Svannah M. Librarian ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Christopher Hawkins and His Daring Escapes is a story of grit, determination, courage, and the indomitable will to survive.”
—Readers’ Favorite ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9780911079029 |
| PRICE | $9.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 180 |
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