Over the Waves

by Marianne Olson

OVER THE WAVES takes the reader effortlessly back to the year 1914, to a quiet time before World War I begins. Twelve-year-old Joel Peterson and his mother have traveled from Omaha to visit his... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0967349702
• ISBN13: 9780967349701
• Release Date: August 1999
• Publisher: Rafter Five Press
• Length: 150 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.3" x 5.5"
• Age Range: 9 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 4 and higher

Customer Reviews

Splendidly written historical novels for young readers.

Over The Waves is an splendidly written historical novel for young readers ages 9 and older and provides a look at Swedish-American culture and the tense times around the world at the beginning of World War I. During the summer of 194, 12 year old Joel Peterson wants to become a newspaper reporter. But his father believes Joel is not old enough to make such a big decision about his future. To prove himself, Joel offers to escort his mother on a visit to see her parents in Sweden. He promises to get her there and home again safely. But when war breaks out, all ship travel back to America is canceled as German submarines and mines threaten the safety of ships at sea. Joel finds he must really hustle to make good on his promise. Over The Waves is based on the true life adventures of author Marianne Olson's emigrant grandmother and will hold great appeal for her readers.

Very interesting and entertaining novel.

I found this book to be very interesting, informative, and highly entertaining. I never found a weak spot where you were bored or wanted to skip pages. The story constantly moves. There was always something interesting happening, which made it hard to put the book down. Also, the author has an excellant way of describing smells and events that revolve around the characters. It made you feel as if you were right with the characters. Toward the ending, you are uncertain how the story is going to finish. The author finishes the story very well, and in a interesting way. I would highly recommend this book for reading for kids as well as adults. I really enjoyed it and am looking forward to Marianne Olson's next novel. You definately get your money's worth and more.