The Papadimitrios family, from the Greek island of Kalymnos, depends on the sea for its living. When Alexandra's father dies, her grandfather decides she should continue the family tradition. As the... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Scott O'Dell has 2 specialities: headstrong heroines who believe women can do anything men can do and the sea. Alexandra has both. With vivid descriptions of the coral reef and under the sea and Alexandra's adventures with dangerous crew members, logerhead turtles, jeering from the neighbors, her father's death, drug smugglers, and (WORST OF ALL) her mother's reluctance, this book is a definite must read.
Great Book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
This was a wonderful book I couldn't put it down as soon as started, I recommend this book especally if you live in or near Tarpon Springs,Florida.
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