Gordon korman wrote his first book when he was just fourteen years old. Chapters 1 6 summary the first five chapters are very interesting. Gordon korman is the author of the 39 clues book 2. For paddy, sophie, juliana, and alfie, the titanic is full of mysteries whether theyre to be found in the opulent firstclass. My third graders are really enthusiastic about gordon korman s books, so when i found this historical fiction novel at savers, i was tempted to see just what it was all about.
Titanic series by gordon korman goodreads share book. Sophies mother is delivered to the ship by police after she and sophie have been arrested. I read all three in one sitting once book 1 arrived. From my previous experience with gordon kormans books, i was expecting. The senseless tragedy that was the titanic is a source of endless fascination across generations, and the anniversary is likely to spur a flood of new interest among young people. Its a good series, excellent for kids in grade 7 and up and parents will like it too. Book one details the final arrangements for the titanic s maiden voyage and its. I know im eating too much and watching too much football already. Its my latest adventure trilogy and my first shot at historical fiction. Unsinkable titanic, book 1 unsinkable by gordon korman.
This book is fiction but it based off of a true story. From bestselling author gordon korman, a second more. The titanic was supposed to be unsinkable the largest passenger steamship in the world, one of the biggest and most luxurious ships ever to operate. The titanic is meant to be unsinkable, but as it begins its more. Written by one of my absolute favorite authors gordon korman these books weave a heartstopping adventure based on the historical unsinkable ship, the titanic in 1912. See all 8 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Unsinkable and millions of other books are available for instant. Korman has written over 80 childrens and young adult fiction books. I love most things titanic and i love mysteries so i took the books home, ordered book 1 and waited for it to arrive. Thanks for reading and for making 2019 one of the best years ever for my books, with nominations and honors for the unteachables, whatshisface, masterminds, slacker, and restart, which became a. They stood four deep on the afterdeck of the carpathia, chilled to the bone, staring out at nothing. From bestselling author gordon korman, the thrilling conclusion to the adventure aboard the unluckiest ship of all.
The author does a superb job of weaving factual information about the titanic into the story and describing the majestic ship, the titanic, as the backdrop for the. Even though the name thomas andrews meant nothing to him, a fellow would have to be deaf and blind not to know about the titanic, the worlds greatest ocean liner, under construction right here at harland and wolff. Gordon korman this is a blog on the wonderful book titanic. Gordon korman has 194 books on goodreads with 629904 ratings. Written by one of my absolute favorite authors gordon korman these books weave a heartstopping adventure based on the historical unsinkable ship, the titanic i.
One false note, the juvie three, schooled, son of the mob an ala top ten best book for young adults, born to rock, and no more dead dogs. Can paddy, sophie, alfie, and juliana survive the most notorious sea disaster of all time. Gordon korman born october 23, 1963 is a canadian american author. Sophies mother is delivered to the ship by police after she and sophie. Note this is not the same story as the movie titanic with leonardo dicaprio. I found this book to be very interesting because i had seen a movie about the titanic but this book has different characters which gives a different point of view of the titanic. The titanic is meant to be unsinkable, but as it begins its maiden voyage, theres plenty of danger waiting for four of its young passengers. Author gordon korman offers just the right blend of humor, intrigue, mystery, and suspense in his adventure trilogies. I love everything about the titanic ship and seriously the author has painted it so. Titanic, book 1 audible audiobook unabridged gordon korman author, michael page narrator, brilliance audio publisher. The titanic is meant to be unsinkable, but as it begins its. The most important author of young adult fiction writing today. Books 2 and 3 were donated to the library i work at. Gordon has written more than sixty books for kids and young adults, including zoobreak, swindle, and son of the mob, as well as the on the run series and the island, everest, dive, and kidnapped trilogies.