Books with author Carol Simmons

It's vacation time for Jessica Davies and her family, but Jessica is anything but happy about it. Forced out of school for a week in early autumn by her inconsiderate parents, Jessica must endure some long and boring days on a houseboat. There, on this floating prison, her very gross and infuriating kid brother severely complicates Jessica's life. Adventure comes by way of a small frog in an old shoebox. Follow out to the mudbank and listen in on the music.

It's vacation time for Jessica Davies and her family, but Jessica is anything but happy about it. Forced out of school for a week in early autumn by her inconsiderate parents, Jessica must endure some long and boring days on a houseboat. There, on this floating prison, her very gross and infuriating kid brother severely complicates Jessica's life. Adventure comes by way of a small frog in an old shoebox. Follow out to the mudbank and listen in on the music.

The first book in The Orphans of Mordecai's Castle Series. During a storm on the sea, a group of orphan children are sent over the side of a burning ship in an attempt to save their lives. While floating behind the ship, another disaster strikes the children. Desperate and alone, the eleven orphans land on an island and discover an old, abandoned castle hidden among the hills. With God’s help, they learn how to survive on the island and go on many adventures as they explore the strange forests around them. Questions remain at the forefront as they encounter many twists and turns: did their ship survive the fire? Who was Mordecai and where did he hide the treasure? Will they outsmart the pirates from the Jellyfish Gang? Follow them through their journey as they discover that God is in control and learn how to trust Him in every situation. However, will they remain faithful as they battle the overwhelming odds that ultimately lead to the biggest surprise of all?