George Manville Fenn
George Manville Fenn was a prolific English novelist, journalist, editor and educationalist. Many of his novels were written with young adults in mind. His final book was his biography of a fellow writer for juveniles, George Alfred Henty.
!Tention: A Story of Boy-Life during the Peninsular War
Amidst the chaos of war, two young soldiers, injured and alone, fight for survival, their bond tested by battles, enemies, and a deposed king.
By George Manville Fenn
Burr Junior
A new boy at boarding school must navigate friendships, bullies, and outdoor escapades to find his place in a world of youthful rivalry.
By George Manville Fenn
Nat the Naturalist: A Boy's Adventures in the Eastern Seas
An orphaned boy escapes a dreary life to explore exotic lands with his naturalist uncle, seeking adventure and knowledge in the wonders of the natural world.
By George Manville Fenn
Our Soldier Boy
Amidst the chaos of war, an orphaned boy finds belonging and bravery with a British regiment, ultimately leading to a surprising discovery of his true family.
By George Manville Fenn
In Honour's Cause: A Tale of the Days of George the First
In a kingdom divided by power struggles, a young man must choose between loyalty and his own sense of right and wrong.
By George Manville Fenn
The New Mistress: A Tale
A young headmistress must face new challenges in a small town after her family falls from grace, where her mother's pride and unresolved issues from the past threaten her future.
By George Manville Fenn
Off to the Wilds: Being the Adventures of Two Brothers
Thrust into the South African wilderness after a heartbreaking loss, two young brothers must face untamed lands and inner turmoil on an expedition that will test their spirit.
By George Manville Fenn
A Young Hero
Amidst looming war, a courageous young boy tests his limits as he travels through dangerous lands to reach safety and struggles to make his way back to his father.
By George Manville Fenn
The King's Sons
Amidst Viking invasions, a king prepares his sons for their destiny, but it is the youngest, with his love for knowledge, who will shape the kingdom.
By George Manville Fenn
Son Philip
A young man risks everything to bring safety and progress to a coal mine, even when it means facing down angry miners and stopping a dangerous act of sabotage.
By George Manville Fenn
Jack at Sea: All Work and No Play Made Him a Dull Boy
A frail, studious boy must conquer his fears and the open sea when his father takes him on a transformative journey across the world to improve his health.
By George Manville Fenn
The Peril Finders
Enticed by tales of immense riches, settlers abandon their failing farms and plunge into a treacherous journey where they must face difficult choices.
By George Manville Fenn
Nurse Elisia
Amidst family tensions and budding romances, a doctor's return home after a tragic accident throws the Elthorne family into a whirlwind of emotions and challenges.
By George Manville Fenn
The Ocean Cat's Paw: The Story of a Strange Cruise
When a compassionate boy helps a fugitive escape, he is plunged into a world of shipwrecks, diplomacy, and peril on the high seas.
By George Manville Fenn
Sail Ho! A Boy at Sea
A young man's first voyage turns treacherous as he faces a mutinous crew and the perils of the open sea.
By George Manville Fenn
The Weathercock: Being the Adventures of a Boy with a Bias
In a quaint village setting, a young inventor's adventures lead him through conflicts with rivals and a perilous boating trip, testing his wits and determination at every turn.
By George Manville Fenn
Fire Island Being the Adventures of Uncertain Naturalists in an Unknown Track
Stranded amidst a violent storm and volcanic eruption, a group of sailors and naturalists must fight for survival on a mysterious island where danger lurks around every corner.
By George Manville Fenn
Young Robin Hood
A lost young man discovers friendship and adventure in Sherwood Forest as he trains to become a hero, even though his father is the Sheriff.
By George Manville Fenn
The Young Castellan: A Tale of the English Civil War
In a war-stricken England, a young boy must rise to protect his home, learning hard lessons of loyalty and courage along the way.
By George Manville Fenn
Gil the Gunner: The Youngest Officer in the East
Amidst the challenges of colonial India, a hot-tempered youth becomes a brave officer, testing his courage and manhood in battles and personal trials.
By George Manville Fenn