Red Sails to Capri
Red Sails to Capri
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1988
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Capri, Italy • 1700s
1988
YA
8-12 years
Super Short Summary
In the historical novel Red Sails to Capri by Ann Weil, readers follow Michele Pagano, a curious young person on 18th-century Capri. When visitors arrive, Michele embarks on an adventure exploring a mysterious cave. The story highlights themes of curiosity, exploration, and the intersection of different lives on the picturesque Italian island.
Adventurous
Mysterious
Exciting
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Red Sails to Capri by Ann Weil is praised for its engaging narrative and vivid descriptions, capturing the charm of Capri. Readers appreciate the adventurous plot and relatable characters. Some critiques mention a slower pace and lack of character depth. Overall, it's celebrated as a delightful historical fiction suitable for young readers.
Who Should Read Red Sails to Capri?
Lovers of adventure and historical tales will enjoy Red Sails to Capri by Ann Weil. This novel, with its engaging mystery set in 18th-century Capri, will appeal to readers of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain and The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett due to its blend of exploration and character development.
4,177 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Capri, Italy • 1700s
1988
YA
8-12 years
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