The Mate of the "Lily"; Or, Notes from Harry Musgrave's Log Book

"The Mate of the Lily; Or, Notes from Harry Musgrave's Log Book" by W. H. G. Kingston is a gripping adventure about a young man named Harry Musgrave, whose life takes an unexpected turn when his father vanishes at sea, sending him on a dangerous voyage on the "Lily" with his uncle Jack Radburn to search for his missing father along the dangerous Java Seas. Harry faces raging storms, deadly pirates, and the constant hope of finding his father, a captain, and other lost sailors. Introduced to Harry’s family issues and his father's long absence, the story builds a strong motivation for his journey. Beginning his apprenticeship on the "Lily," thanks to his Uncle Jack, Harry is thrown into a world of difficult tasks, pirate encounters, and new experiences. Full with detailed pictures of maritime life and the way the crew interacted, the story keeps you wondering what will happen as the characters fight to survive both the dangers of the sea and their own feelings.