All Adrift; Or, The Goldwing Club

By Oliver Optic

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A fired young waiter buys a cursed sailboat and forms a club with his friends, hoping to turn his misfortune into a series of daring adventures and lasting friendships.

Genres

Children & Young Adult Reading Fiction

Released

2008-05-23

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Summary

"All Adrift; Or, The Goldwing Club" by Oliver Optic follows Dory Dornwood, a resourceful young boy who is navigating the challenges of supporting his family after losing his job. Set against the backdrop of Lake Champlain, Dory's journey begins with an unfair dismissal from a steamboat after an encounter with a difficult passenger. Seeking new opportunities, he stumbles into a mysterious situation that enables him to purchase a sailboat known as the Goldwing, a boat with a history of accidents. With unwavering determination, Dory’s brave actions motivates his friends to form the Goldwing Club, which is a group that celebrates friendship, growth, and daring adventures.