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About the Book The Wanderer
The Wanderer by Sharon Creech is a captivating tale of a young girl named Sophie and her transformative journey across the ocean. The story unfolds through diary entries from Sophie and her cousin Cody, revealing a mix of adventure, family dynamics, and self-discovery.
Sophie, despite her fear of the sea, is determined to join her uncles and cousins on a transatlantic voyage to visit her grandfather, Bompie, in England. The crew initially hesitates to allow her aboard The Wanderer, their sailboat, due to concerns about her ability to handle the voyage and the changes her presence might bring to the group dynamics. However, Sophie’s persistence and her parents’ permission eventually win them over.
As they set sail from Connecticut, Sophie proves her worth by adeptly assisting with repairs and showing resilience. Throughout the journey, a mystery about Sophie’s past surfaces—she speaks of her parents as if they are her foster parents and hints at a tragic backstory involving her biological parents. The crew, especially Cody and Brian, are curious, but Sophie evades their questions, referring instead to a “little kid” whose parents died.
Sophie’s tales about Bompie, whom she has never met, seem fabricated to the crew, adding to the mystery surrounding her. The voyage becomes perilous when they encounter a massive wave, reminiscent of Sophie’s recurring nightmare, threatening their lives and forcing them to confront their deepest fears.
The novel, rich with themes of home, family, resilience, and the quest for identity, invites readers to join Sophie on her courageous journey to reclaim her past and understand her place within her family. It’s a story that resonates with the joys and trials of belonging and the power of storytelling in navigating one’s history.
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