Rat

by Priscilla B Shuler

RAT presents the reader with a saga of rags to riches filled with surprises and danger. From the filth of an alley behind the Cross and Fly Pub near the quay in mid 19th century England, rises our young hero. 'Adopted' and given work by Miss Abigail, Rat is educated by experience and sent into service aboard the trading ship Narcissus, and Captain Confidence Witherspoon, at the age of 12. Aboard this ship Rat is officially provided with a new Ryan Alexander Trenton. Life wafts him through the school of seamanship to emerge in San Francisco at the height of its building boom, and settled by men from all nations. Here he's kidnapped to be shanghaied, but rescued by a Miwok Indian girl; becomes chief of the rag-tag remains of that tribe and embraces their expertise of living. After gold is discovered throughout the area, Ryan flees with his Miwok family but stumbles onto a golden vein hidden in the cave they call home. Untold wealth soon follows. But the reader is yet to board the roller coaster of experiences awaiting our hero. Follow Ryan on his adventure-filled journey from West to East, across this fledgling nation; ever in search of his destiny. Be entertained not only by his extraordinary exploits, but by the myriad characters he encounters along his journey. From the evil-minded guide, to marauding Indians, into the jaws of Yellow Fever, influenced by the beautiful granddaughter of the 'Matron of Mobile', targeted by the father of five daughters as husband material, all the way to the Savannah and the search for his 'home of destiny'. Read this fantastic novel to uncover exactly what transpires with this resourceful young man. Will he achieve his dream? Will he declare his destiny met? Will he be content? Buy RAT today for a bit of great reading, then pass it on to your favorite person.

226 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 17, 2016

Reviews

[Shrabastee Chakraborty · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rat by Priscilla B. Shuler is a coming-of-age story that features Ryan Alexander Trenton. Abandoned in childhood as an orphan, he gradually paves his path in life, becoming a respectable gentleman. His story was a remarkable one, full of daring adventures. The story also offers much in the romantic department, making it a wholesome read. The intriguing cast of characters with their unique backstories make this an engrossing read. The novel is an emotional roller-coaster offering the readers absolute joy, mind-numbing grief, and everything in between.


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[María Andrea · Rating 5 out of 5]

"RAT" is, in my opinion, the masterpiece of Priscilla Shuler. Calling it a historical fiction adventure is underrating one of the most riveting plots I've read, which contains a little bit for everyone: adventure, romance, mysticism, and even a little humor. The author's talent for description added to a vast array of interesting characters make for a must-read that young readers will enjoy as much as not-so-young ones.
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