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Patience Goodspeed

This series follows the daring adventure of a young girl stranded on a deserted island during a challenging sea voyage. Together with her brother, she must confront the trials of survival, navigate the unknown, and face her own fears. These stories highlight incredible resilience, resourcefulness, and the strength of the human spirit when faced with adversity.

The Voyage of Patience Goodspeed
The Education of Patience Goodspeed

Recommended Reading Order

  1. 1

    Set against the backdrop of a whaling voyage in 1835, a young girl named Patience Goodspeed embarks on an adventure after her father’s ship is marooned on a deserted island. With her brother by her side, she faces the trials of survival and the challenges of navigating the unknown, showcasing her resilience and courage in the face of adversity over the course of their three-year journey.

    The Voyage of Patience Goodspeed
  2. 2

    In this sequel, Patience embarks on a new adventure as she prepares to be the assistant navigator on her father's whaling ship. However, when the ship faces perilous conditions in the Pacific, she and other women and children are evacuated to a boarding school in Hawaii, leading to unforeseen challenges and experiences in this new environment.

    The Education of Patience Goodspeed