When twelve-year-old Boreas "Bo" Wind reluctantly leaves his home in Amsterdam to join his parents on a voyage around the world, he expects boredom—not danger. But as fierce stroms, daring rescues, and unforgettable encounters test his courage, Bo discovers that life at sea can change him in ways he never imagined.

Blending high-stakes adventure with themes of family, resilience, and environmental stewardship, The Unlikely Odyssey of Boreas Wind is an action-packed middle grade novel by Dutch author Mina Witteman. As Bo travels across the globe, he faces the challenges of life at sea while gaining a deeper understanding of himself, his family, and the fragile world around him.

Featuring black-and-white logbook illustrations by Carlos Vélez, The Unlikely Odyssey of Boreas Wind offers young readers a memorable coming-of-age story about courage, curiosity, and an unforgettable life at sea.