Review of The Foundlings and Fisherman from Tumby

[Michael Ocheje]

"The Foundlings and the Fisherman from Tumby" by Phillip Leighton-Daly is a captivating historical fiction novel with a gripping narrative, poetic elements, and valuable life lessons. 5/5 stars!

[Moisés Alcántara Ayre]

My takeaway from this book is understanding the sacrifices that we can make for the sake of others. This beautiful story exemplifies such a great virtue with concrete stories and behaviors.

[Fanisa Ndhabambi]

The Foundlings and Fisherman from Tumby by Phillip Leighton-Daly is a book about shipwrecked and the survival techniques that Jon and his fellow passengers employed to ensure they had a constant supply of food and even ways to detox toxic wild fruits. How human greed can make people commit murder, claiming passenger’s inheritance in favor of saving his passengers from a ship that was almost capsizing. Great Read for the Young Adults.

[Sunita Devi 2]

Thanks for your insightful review! Really helpful to see what you saw in the themes and storytelling. Balanced view about the book, really showing where it's excellent and where there's room to improve. With this review, I now better know what to expect and get even more excited to read this!

[Kelvin Omollo]

Your review is wonderful. I can already tell a suspenseful adventure that the protagonists go through. That is something I would want to read.

[Alida Spies]

Making slaves out of human beings was an atrocious practice. War is devastating but to pursue civilian women and children for revenge is inhuman. This book looks interesting and full of life lessons. Thank you for your informative review.

[Nerea]

Defying the odds can bring about extreme challenges besides the minimal benefits that it may present. I would like to find out whether Jon and Margaret were able to find better opportunities in Australia. Plus, did they encounter any other challenges while in Australia? I would love to find out. It's a great book with lots of lesson to draw from, and the poetic lines makes the book seems very unique and intriguing.

[Ayesha Rashid 3]

In book review I really like these lines ;The charity of John and Margaret transforms Tumby into a special place where surely they are remembered for their selfless contributions to society as opposed to the merqueen's insatiable thirst for power and wealth.

[Khushi RBY Yadav]

The Foundlings and the Fisherman from Tumby by Phillip Leighton-Daly tells the story of Jon and Margaret, anti-slavery supporters exiled to Australia after tragedy strikes. The book combines first-person narration, poetic elements, survival techniques, and explores human greed and morality.

[Sapana Bairwa 1]

After reading your review I feel like this is a gripping tale of survival, morality, and the harsh realities of human nature. The journey to Australia on the *Morning Mist* seems especially intense, highlighting both the voyage's dangers and the passengers' resourcefulness. I find it fascinating how the author weaves in themes of sacrifice, greed, and resilience, showing how people can either rise to do good or succumb to selfishness in times of crisis. It’s a story that leaves readers reflecting on the choices we make in difficult situations. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[Mr Benj]

"The Foundlings and Fisherman from Tumby" by Phillip Leighton-Daly, a book that features conflicts and massacres. This is a atouchy book to read beasues of the story line. It will be educative to read out the struggles that Jon and Margaret faced inorder to survive. A book to read.

[Blue N Sky]

I think it would have been cool to include the point of view of either Joseph or Jacob, especially if one of them were an adolescent. It would seem appropriate, given it is a young adult novel.

[Isaac Ozo-okafor]

There are many adversities that life can bring ones way, this book brings to mind a perfect picture of having to face something bigger than you that it takes away things that are very precious to you. I hope Jon and Margaret finds sunshine within their departure to Australia.

[Catherine Sweet]

This is a great review. The book is full of adventure, survival strategies, and battles for human rights.

[Joe Alex 2]

The blend of history, survival lessons, and moral values in this story is captivating. I admire how it portrays resilience and sacrifice while highlighting human kindness. Sounds like an inspiring and enriching read.