Description: The war of 1812 is over, and Mary O'Shea has set sail for London to visit her sister, Angelique. During the voyage, Mary befriends James Lindsay, a young officer who admires her spunk and even helps to disguise her as one of the crew so that she can climb the tallest mast! Upon her arrival in London, Mary is swept up into British high society -- and learns that James is none other than Lord Lindsay. The two spend much time together, and Mary's fondness for James quickly deepens. But when he proposes marriage, Mary finds herself faced with a difficult decision. Should she stay in England and become a lady of the manor? Or should she return to the island -- and the people -- that she holds closest to her heart? Filled with accurate historical detail and appealing characters, Farewell to the Island is an utterly satisfying and compelling sequel to Gloria Whelan's award-winning Once on This Island.

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