Powder Monkey

Firefly & Fern Summary

Powder Monkey follows a young boy's gripping journey as a powder monkey—a child sailor—serving aboard a naval vessel during the Napoleonic Wars. Through vivid historical storytelling, readers experience the dangers, camaraderie, and coming-of-age moments of life at sea during one of history's most dramatic periods. This adventure combines authentic naval history with an engaging narrative that brings an extraordinary chapter of childhood to life.