The Unfortunate Son

Sep 24, 2012 Barb Middleton rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: historical

If you want to see a masterful creation of a historical setting with details galore, this book is a must. From describing how olives are harvested to making blood sausage to stitching a serious facial wound, Constant Leeds weaves nonfiction details throughout this book that are brilliant, fascinating and informative. She also does a stunning job presenting another culture in the 16th century. The message of tolerance between Muslims and Christians is one that I do not often see in children's lit...more If you want to see a masterful creation of a historical setting with details galore, this book is a must. From describing how olives are harvested to making blood sausage to stitching a serious facial wound, Constant Leeds weaves nonfiction details throughout this book that are brilliant, fascinating and informative. She also does a stunning job presenting another culture in the 16th century. The message of tolerance between Muslims and Christians is one that I do not often see in children's literature. This isn't the author's main point and is not touched on until the end of the book, but I love how she weaves it in the storyline. Ignore the unfortunate cover on this book... it isn't a pirate story. I found myself wanting to skim ahead to get to the pirates, but Luc isn't taken until page 91, and his kidnapping is short; it is really a story about family, being a slave with no freedom, the power of knowledge or education, and forgiving those who have wronged you.

Luc's father hates him and is a mean, verbally abusive drunk. His mom's personality has shriveled so that she "no longer sings" like she once did. The two younger brothers adore 15-year-old Luc and are puzzled by their father's anger. The prologue gives the reader an idea why the parents are a mess but the details are not clear. When Luc's situation becomes unbearable he becomes apprenticed to a kind fisherman in the village away from his home. Whereas, his father calls him a "curse," the fisherman calls him "lucky." This new family of Luc's consists of the fisherman, Pons; his sister, Mattie; and 15-year-old Beatrice, who they raised as a child. Life here could not be more opposite than his previous one. Tranquility and joy dance across the floorboards and Luc soaks it up like a sponge. When pirates capture him and sell him as a slave in Tunisia, Luc is purchased by a great scholar who educates him. Luc's new family is devastated and Beatrice will go to extremes to try and find him. Meanwhile Luc adjusts to his new life and the kind scholar, but struggles with being enslaved. Can he forgive those who have hurt him?

The beginning of the book's pacing is slow but the last half picks up speed. The domestic scenes are solidly established and this serves well at the end when Beatrice is so insistent to keep looking for Luc. There is the hint that she is in love with him and he with her. They never blurt anything out loud to each other, but do show an interest in each other. I felt removed from the characters in the beginning and restless with the pacing. The details were so overpowering that I didn't really connect with Luc. The reader meets all the different characters and I needed more of Luc's thoughts. In the second half, Luc shares more emotions and thoughts; plus his situation is full of tension and confusion. The pacing picks up and I was able to settle down. We are told from the beginning who Luc is from the prologue. I wished the author had not revealed this because it took the tension away. If she had left it out then I would have been wondering about Luc's parentage. I think she could have played up the Pascal, Sir Guy, and Count angle to keep the reader guessing. The irony of Salah wanting Luc to find freedom in knowledge and learn to accept his slave status is ripe ground for discussions.

The theme of forgiveness touches on so many characters and how they deal with this is another great topic that rests on fertile ground. Pascal and Blanche can't forgive and it eats them up. Beatrice learns to forgive but it is a slow process. Salah must ask for forgiveness for not telling the truth. Luc must forgive those who have been cruel to him, Pons must forgive himself for losing Luc, and Louis must forgive his father for all the people he murdered. Through forgiveness, we learn, hope springs forth.

I find it interesting observing how different authors handle characters going to another country and learn a differen language. Oftentimes, they make them fluent too quickly. Leeds has Luc learning the language in two years. He's gifted and brilliant so I can buy that and he's completely immersed in the language. I like how she says that Salah would give him one word at a time to learn and thought she tried to show him slowly learning it. I did raise my eyebrows that he could read Sinbad out loud to Salah, but at least she puts at toward the end of two years. Maybe it was an abridged version versus the adult version of Arabian Nights. It is really difficult becoming a fluent reader - that comes later in second language acquistion - and Luc being a slave made it somewhat unbelievable. Not that it matters. What's more important in that scene is that he is showing that he loves Salah and is grateful for him giving him the gift of education.

I have spent 8 years living overseas and it is strange being illiterate in one culture and literate in another. I do think Constance Leeds captures this dynamic well with Luc when he first arrives in Africa. I could easily see Luc ignoring Bes and his constant insults because Bes is speaking in Arabic. I have done this before when I know someone is mad at me and they are spitting out words I don't understand in a different language. It is much easier to stay calm because I can't understand what they are saying. Plus, as Leeds explains, Luc just ignored Bes like he had to ignore his abusive father for years. I don't think Bes would have left Africa and gone to Europe with Luc or given him his pearls. I like the touch, but Bes was too small-minded, nasty, and self-centered. I think I needed him more fleshed out as a character for that to happen.

A twist is thrown in at the end that made me wonder if the author plans on a sequel. If you are a patient reader, like nonfiction, and good-writing you will love this book.

Reading Level 6.7(less)

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Mar 04, 2013 The Rusty Key rated it 3 of 5 stars

Reviewed by Rusty Key Writer Jordan B. Nielsen

Recommended for: Both boys and girls, ages 10 to 14, approximately, though demographic is easily this novel’s greatest problem, see review for further thoughts on that subject.

One Word Summary: Equable.

The Unfortunate Son falls into a noble, if underappreciated genre of children’s books: those that kids will only love when reread years later as an adult. Richly described, thoughtful, heartfelt and nuanced, there is just absolutely no way this book i...more

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Feb 20, 2013 Erin Reilly-Sanders rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: fiction, historical, juvenile

This one is pretty enjoyable but at the same time, it seems to be lacking something important as well. It's a bit more of a historical adventure than historical fiction, perhaps along the lines of The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle, making it an enjoyable story but leaving lots of questions as to the historical realism parts. The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg is definitely an adventure tale as well, but somehow seems seeped in recognizable historical setting and events even if eve...more This one is pretty enjoyable but at the same time, it seems to be lacking something important as well. It's a bit more of a historical adventure than historical fiction, perhaps along the lines of The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle, making it an enjoyable story but leaving lots of questions as to the historical realism parts. The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg is definitely an adventure tale as well, but somehow seems seeped in recognizable historical setting and events even if events and notable people are minimized. I've seen this book referred to as historical fantasy and it does read like that with the bit of romantic quest, especially for a younger juvenile audience where love may be a bit more simple. It does seem to work out a bit too conveniently for typical historical fiction and since it lacks an actual author's note or bibliography discussing the factual setting, may not have actually been intended as historical fiction. I did find the parts in Northern Africa to be the most fascinating because they were describing a culture and place that I am unfamiliar with but also because they seemed less idealized than the tiny fishing village Luc longs to return to despite the knowledge and wealth of the Maghreb/Barbary Coast. The author's biography suggests a research trip to the area which may recommend these parts as more historically linked, especially with the introduction of what appear to be real personages. The story seems to be an interesting reversal of slavery and can be verified by research on the Barbary Pirates but this seems to be too simple to accept at face value, especially given Luc's unrealistically fortunate circumstances, so I would continue questioning this. Unfortunately that might also recommend this book only to older audiences and there may actually not be enough meat there to maintain a deep investigation. The other alternative is to just read this as a fun adventure with a bit of info about the Maghreb/Barbary Coast and just leave it at that. I think my students might have their work cut out for them in looking at this as historical fiction...(less)

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Dec 14, 2012 Emmet O'Neal Library- Children's Department rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012, historical-fiction, realistic-fiction

Although the consensus seems to be that a more fitting title would be The Unfortunate Cover, don’t let the front of the book prevent you from reading it. It. Is. Awesome.

Luc seems like the unluckiest guy of the century (16th century, that is). Born with one ear to a count who doesn’t want him, he grows up in an olive grove thinking the drunk, hateful man raising him is his real father. When he is apprenticed to an old fisherman named Pons and lives with Pons, his sister Mattie, and their beautif...more

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Dec 14, 2012 Rachel rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: children-s-chapter-book, newbery-contender-2013, reviewed-for-emmet-o-neal-library-c

Although the consensus seems to be that a more fitting title would be The Unfortunate Cover, don’t let the front of the book prevent you from reading it. It. Is. Awesome.

Luc seems like the unluckiest guy of the century (16th century, that is). Born with one ear to a count who doesn’t want him, he grows up in an olive grove thinking the drunk, hateful man raising him is his real father. When he is apprenticed to an old fisherman named Pons and lives with Pons, his sister Mattie, and their beautif...more

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Nov 07, 2012 Karen Yingling rated it 3 of 5 stars

Luc was born with only one ear in 16th century France, and his father is very displeased with him. Instead of working in the family olive groves, he decides to help out Pons and Mattie, an older brother and sister team who are raising a young noblelady, Beatrice, after the violent death of her father at the hands of a lord. The little make shift family does well for a time, until Pons and Luc are attacked by pirates while out fishing. While Pons survives, the news of Luc's disappearance is taken...more

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Jul 22, 2012 Barbara rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: abusive-relationships, animals, community, cultural-identity, families, friendship, ncbla2013, romance, travel

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. This is an engaging page-turner that is likely to make readers ponder luck. All the events that befall the main character might seem to be misfortunes, but when taken together, they all lead him exactly where he needs to be. Without all those bad events, it's unlikely that the truth about his lineage would ever have been revealed, and a happy ending written. Thw writing in this book that is set in late fifteenth and early sixteenth century France is engaging and filled with lovely descriptions o...more This is an engaging page-turner that is likely to make readers ponder luck. All the events that befall the main character might seem to be misfortunes, but when taken together, they all lead him exactly where he needs to be. Without all those bad events, it's unlikely that the truth about his lineage would ever have been revealed, and a happy ending written. Thw writing in this book that is set in late fifteenth and early sixteenth century France is engaging and filled with lovely descriptions of its setting and its likeable characters.

When Luc is born with only one ear, his father will have nothing to do with him. The boy ends up being raised by peasants who make their living through an olive grove. For reasons revealed later in the book, the man Luc thinks is his father is verbally and physically abusive, and his wife is helpless to intercede or to cope with his alcoholism. Luc eventually finds a more welcoming home with Pons, a fisherman, and his sister Mattie, who is a skilled wood carver. They share their home with Beatrice, the daughter of a disgraced knight. Just when things seem to be taking a turn for the better, Luc is kidnapped by pirates, and sold as a slave to Salah, a wealthy scholar who teaches Luc Arabic, medical skills, and encourages him to view the world differently. Luc is plagued by Bes, whose jealousy over Luc's relationship with Salah causes him to mistreat Luc. Beatrice refused to believe that Luc is gone forever, and once the possibility of his noble origins is raised, she relentlessly presses Louis, Luc's brother, to search for him. Even while Louis remains convinced that the search is pointless and he has no living brother, he still spends the money while also trying to make up for his own father's injustices.

In many ways, this book reminds me of The False Prince with its similar theme of mistaken or hidden identities and all manner of adventures. Given the nature of the count, though, I have to wonder why he didn't simply kill Luc in the first place. Of course, then there would have been no story, and both Luc and the book's readers truly would have been unfortunate. (less)

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Mar 31, 2013 Jackie rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: historical, adventure, france, tween-fiction, kidnapping, tunisia, pirates, slavery

Luc has not been fortunate in his short life...born the son of royalty (although he does not know it) he is banished from the castle by his evil father, The Count. As an infant, he goes to live with Blanche and Pascal and their sons. Pascal treats him poorly and so, Luc decides to become apprenticed to Pons, a fisherman and lives with him, Pon's sister Mattie, and beautiful Beatrice. Luc is beginning to feel loved and welcomed at their home and things are finally looking up for him. He seems to...more

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Sep 05, 2012 Claire rated it 3 of 5 stars Recommends it for: 10 and up- boys and girls

Shelves: guys-read, historical-fiction

Luc is extremely special- He is beautiful, smart and although he can hear exceptionally well, he is born with one ear. This imperfection is his doom. His noble born father is obsessed with perfection so the Boy must Go.

He is traded with Louis, the comely son of Pascal who is awarded a olive farm far away to raise Luc. Pascal is angry and ungrateful and treats Luc badly. Luc finds acceptance, a home and a vocation in the magical home of young Beatrice, also a victim of and hiding from the Count d...more

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Mar 17, 2013 Allison rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: childrens

This was wonderful. The writing is top-notch. The historical setting is meticulously researched, and Leeds gives the reader an interesting look into 15th century France. But it's not an exciting swashbuckling tale, as the kidnapped-by-pirates part might suggest. He doesn't even get kidnapped until almost 100 pages in. That's not to say that it's boring. There's a little bit of a mystery involving Luc's parentage, there's the hope/effort to reunite Luc with his adopted fisherman family, there's t...more

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Oct 05, 2012 Kristin rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: disabilities, historical-fiction, kids, middle-grade, multicultural-international, read-in-2012, reader-s-advisory, self-worth

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What a strange little story. The premise is odd enough for a children's book: historical fiction set in 16th Century France; a story about questionable parentage, kidnapping, the differences between Western culture and Northern African culture - it's all very unusual. I enjoy historical fiction, especially when it covers periods and topics in history that are not among the tired and well-trod (see the stuff by Karen Cushman). And, while this...more Check this review out and others on my blog: Get Real.

What a strange little story. The premise is odd enough for a children's book: historical fiction set in 16th Century France; a story about questionable parentage, kidnapping, the differences between Western culture and Northern African culture - it's all very unusual. I enjoy historical fiction, especially when it covers periods and topics in history that are not among the tired and well-trod (see the stuff by Karen Cushman). And, while this story was readable, it was disjointed, it seemed unsure of its audience and several plot lines were left baldly unfinished.

Luc is the unfortunate son of the title - born with one ear and a father who detests him. He finds respite with a village fisherman and his sister and their ward Beatrice. Luc begins to think he may be worth something as he grows into this new family and his new profession as a fisherman. But, one day while out on the water he is kidnapped by Northern African pirates, who sell him to a noble and wise master. This element is a bit too good to be true. Of all the master to be sold to, Luc winds up with the nice one among the bunch. While this master Salah is not perfect, I felt his benevolence was somewhat unearned.

I also had trouble believing in the character relationships. I read about scenes and actions but little was shown of the characters' internal thoughts. What drove their decisions? And readers have certain character beliefs drilled into their heads through so much of the story that it was frustrating when those things were turned on their head for reasons that were not properly drawn out previously. The cover of this book is also misleading. Woodcut is an unusual choice, though it's not eye catching. However, the main problems is that the reader is led to think this is a pirate story. It's not. The pirates make up a very small part of this book. This got a star from School Library Journal. I'm not sure why. This story also seemed to beg for a sequel. Several plot lines were left hanging. The story just died on the page. A frustrating read despite its readability.(less)

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Jun 17, 2012 Kim McGee rated it 4 of 5 stars

Luc was born into nobility but as luck would have it, he was born with only one ear to a count that despised imperfection. Because of his missing ear he is given to the family of an olive grower and their son took the place of the count's dead infant son. His new family is not very kind to him so he decides to join an old fisherman,the fisherman's sister and their young ward Beatrice and become a fisherman. Beatrice and Luc become friends and are devoted to one another until luck again messes wi...more

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Sep 18, 2012 IndyPL Kids Book Blog rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: adventure

Luc works hard, even though he’s just a boy. His father is constantly complaining about him and finding more and more work for him to do. He never has enough to eat. When a local fisherman named Pons wants to take him on as an apprentice the offer includes living with the fisherman and his sister in the village. Luc can’t believe it when his father lets him go.

Luc feels like his luck has suddenly turned…until the day Pons’ boat is overtaken by pirates and Luc is taken captive and sold into slave...more

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Jan 09, 2013 Sara rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: fiction, historical, juvenile, newbery-2013

Interesting and unusual setting. I thought in the portrayal of North Africa, the book managed to maintain a fairy tale quality and include colorful details and characters, without crossing into offensive stereotyping. I also loved the descriptions of food in this book!

The characterization felt just a bit flat. The problem could be that, in spite of the various, serious misfortunes of which the plot consists, the main characters were excessively awesome - the smartest, the most beautiful, the ki...more

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Sep 19, 2012 Wendy rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012-award-possibilities

In judging this by its cover, I didn't want to read it. I expected something swashbuckly, lots of holding-the-knife-in-his-teeth, followed by lots of honor and justice, ad nauseum. But actually I enjoyed this very much and read it in one sitting. The fifteenth-century France and Tunisian settings are lovely, and the characters--especially the middle-aged brother and sister coastal French fishermen--are all charming. The over-the-top elements of cruel nobility that are sort of Princess Bridesque...more

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Sep 27, 2012 Conkristador rated it 3 of 5 stars

After a class discussion about this book, I now realize it does fit the parameters of a teen historical fiction romance novel. This still does not mean that I actually enjoyed reading it. The book had so much potential at first! Young adults trying to survive in a cool time period despite murdered families and deformities seemed a recipe for success. As the slow plot inched forward, I felt like the author was too intent on making this a youth novel. His tone seemed condenscending as darker eleme...more

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Jan 17, 2013 Cathy rated it 3 of 5 stars

My quest to read the best of the best of children's literature from 2012 continues as I look forward to the Newbery award announcement this month. However, I think the more I read, the pickier I get. The Unfortunate Son actually a pretty good book and I think most middle grade readers would like it if they stuck with it. I've been to Spain and Morocco, so the setting of this book (wherever it was exactly) was quite enjoyable for me. I enjoyed some of the characters, and the plot certainly took s...more

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Sep 10, 2012 Jenn Estepp rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: historically-speaking, kidlit

I have to confess that I probably wouldn't have finished this if I hadn't heard such glowing reviews and commentary on it. I found it a very slow burner and had quite the difficulty with the characters. They're adequately drawn, mostly, but difficult to connect to and the temptation to skim was really strong in some places. Ultimately though, I managed and came away with a real appreciation of the book. I think that the scenes of Luc's life, post-kidnapping are especially strong and had me conte...more

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Oct 15, 2012 Brandy Painter rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: historical-fiction, middle-grade

The Unfortunate Son is strong historical fiction. The story is very plot centered so there is a lot of this happened and then this happened. The characters were not well developed and I felt a distance from the story as a result. I'm a character reader and I felt the characterization was lacking a lot here. The story was an interesting one. It is not often that you get a story of a European boy being taken captive as a slave to Africa. I have to say that the ending bothered me quite a bit. The s...more

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Sep 20, 2012 Virginia Walter rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: children-s-books

Beatrice and Luc were both born to nobility in 15th century France. However, her father's disgrace and his physical deformity (he is born with only one ear) lead to their being abandoned and raised in poverty, eventually living in a household where there is love and respect but not much money. They are happy with their lot until Luc is captured by pirates and sold into slavery in Tunisia. His master there teaches him scientific and medical science, but he never stops longing for his French home...more

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Apr 18, 2013 Melissa Mcavoy rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: children-s-books, fiction, historical-fiction, tweens

Well I feel like a curmudgeon, but found this book seriously lacking. No doubt it is an enjoyable tale, with adventure, homey details and a shimmer of romance. What I object to is how entirely unrealistic, sanitized and predictable it is. The noble birthed but victimized children are beautiful and clever, noble and good. The peasant side kicks are warm hearted and generous, and of course love, revere, respect and serve the noble wronged children. It is very Disneyesque in that one can tell from...more

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Feb 10, 2013 Hayley rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: adventure, historical, middleschool, mystery, realistic, romance, survival, tragedy

Occasionally I'll come across a book (or movie) that makes me wish life was like that. This is one of those books. The chaarcters, though flawed, are immensely appealing; the settings are beautifully evoked - I want to live in Mouette, the fishing village in the South of France and Constance Leeds beautifully draws out cultural and geographic details such as food. It's a relatively straightforward tale of loss and redemption, but somehow the writing elevates this theme such that I truly didn't w...more

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Oct 24, 2012 Ryan rated it 3 of 5 stars Recommends it for: Katherine

The best part about books like this are the descriptions of daily life. Luc's personal problems - only one ear, troubles with his father - fade to the background with descriptions of harvesting olives, pressing oil, fishing. After he is kidnapped by pirates, there are descriptions of life as a slave - a privileged slave, learning to read, about medicine and so forth, but a slave nonetheless. The book reminded me of Farmer Boy, the story of Laura Ingalls Wilder's husband, Almanzo, growing up in N...more

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Dec 04, 2012 Elizabeth added it

Shelves: historical-fic, tween

I liked this story! Interesting components and twists; cross-cultural and cross-religious elements. Plenty of topics for discussion - slavery and one's response to it; justice and injustice; Islam/Christianity/Egyptian religions; physical abnormalities; lower and upper classes/wealth and "poverty"; forgiveness and loyalty. End leaves room for a sequel.

Overall a thought provoking and interesting read.
(There are two instances of the "d" word)

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Mar 07, 2013 Kent District Library added it

Shelves: staff-picks-2013, youth-fiction

Liz Wierenga: Luc is a boy who, though born into nobility, was also born with only ear. Because of this, he is cast out and leads the life of a commoner, right up until he’s captured by pirates! Set in the late 1400s and brimming with historical tidbits from the time, I couldn’t put this book down. The story of Luc’s true family, the pirates selling slaves, and Luc’s quest to find his way home all make for an excellent read.

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Nov 19, 2012 Phoebe rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: adventure, adventure-ya, africa, mediterranean, historical, france, ya

A perfect baby boy is born to the Count de Muguet--perfect except for the fact that he only has one ear. The Count, fearful of and disgusted by any type of physical abnormality, arranges a scheme that has far-reaching consequences. The baby is raised by his wet nurse, far from the castle, as the eldest son of an olive grower. Facing cruelty by the man he has always believed to be his father, Luc finds work and a home with fisherman Pons, his sister Mattie, and the beautiful Beatrice, daughter of...more

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Jan 02, 2013 Tracy Hubbard rated it 4 of 5 stars

Great historical adventure with an interesting glimpse of Christian, Muslim, Jewish ancient cultures....

A boy is the mistreated son of a olive farmer, sets off to become a fisherman and is captured by pirates. Luckily for him, his name is Luc, and he winds up the servant of a wise Muslim who trains him to read and think.

There could be many interesting conversations off of this story.b

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Jul 29, 2012 Muzik_gurl rated it 2 of 5 stars

The unfortunate son was like nothing I ever read before. It was very interesting, but very slow. I liked to read about how they lived in that time in the different countries Luc was in.I enjoyed the story line with Beatrice, as I found the stories in this part of the plot was highly interesting. It was good enough for me to finnish reading and be mildly entertained, but I would not suggest it.

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Aug 12, 2012 Amy rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: juvenile-fiction, historical-fiction

Great combination of adventure and relationships. Wonderful writing and character development. Deals with themes of family, luck, and forgiveness. Exciting to read and also makes you think. Although set in historical time, there is enough focus on personal relationships and adventure to appeal to kids who aren't hardcore historical fiction fans. Older elementary and middle school.

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Sep 25, 2012 Katy rated it 4 of 5 stars

I read this one only because it appeared on Fuse #8's unfortunate cover post, and I was surprised by how much fun it was. I'm a bit unsure how I felt about the ending, but overall it was a very enjoyable read. It's a very different perspective (than what I am used to) reading about the educated Muslims and the crazy backward Christians of the dark ages.

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