Secrets at Sea is a 2011 children's novel written by Newbery medalist Richard Peck and illustrated by award-winning artist Kelly Murphy. It is a tale of a family of mice stowaways on an adventurous ship's journey, set in the late 19th century.
The Story of the four mice and their journey on a ship.
Chapters:
Chapter 1 – Great changes
Chapter 2 – Skitter and Jitter
Chapter 3 – The Haystack
Chapter 4 – When Night and Darkness Fell
Chapter 5 – Two Futures
Chapter 6 – A World of Steam and Humans
Chapter 7 – Dinner is Served
Chapter 8 – The Law of the Sea
Chapter 9 – A Royal Command
Chapter 10 – Camilla's Train
Chapter 11 – Sebastian's Secret Sweet Shop
Chapter 12 – Secrets the Dark Night Keeps
Chapter 13 – Dynasty and Destiny
Chapter 14 – Waltz Time
Chapter 15 – A Fond Toodle-oo
Chapter 16 – A Palace Wedding
Secrets at Sea has received widespread acclaim and was featured on best books of the year lists by the New York Times,[1] Kirkus Reviews[2] and People Magazine.[3] Additionally, the artwork for Secrets at Sea received Gold Medals[4] from the Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles, as well as distinction from the Society of Illustrators in New York.[5]
2011 Notable Children's Books, The New York Times[6]
2011 Best Books for Children, Kirkus Reviews
2011 Ten Best Books for Children, People magazine
2011 Starred Review, Publishers Weekly[7]
2011 Starred Review, The Horn Book magazine[8]
2011 Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews[9]
2012 Original Art Show, Society of Illustrators
2013 Gold Medal (Children's Market Category), Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles
