Three young boys meet on a passenger ship bound for London. For the 21 days they have the run of the decks where they observe and learn the baffling mysteries of the adult world. Show more
Three young boys meet on a passenger ship bound for London. Michael and his two new friends Ramadhin and Cassius continue to explore the adult world. Show more
Asuntha and her father were last seen as they leapt over the side of the ship into the sea. But Michael has never fully understood his cousin's role in those final dramatic days. Show more
The Oronsay arrives at the Suez Canal, a vivid moment of dreamlike transition which ripples out into the boys' future lives in England. Show more
The history of the silent girl, Asuntha, has profound implications for the other passengers on the Oronsay. Veiled connections and mysterious promises are made. Show more
Michael's enduring connection with Emily prompts recollections of events in the Mediterranean, as the ship nears England. Show more
Three young boys meet on a passenger ship bound for London. The boys learn why the wealthy Sir Hector de Silva is travelling on the same ship. Show more
Three young boys meet on a passenger ship bound for London. The boys manage to persuade Mr Daniels to be the 'responsible adult' supervising them. Show more
Michael reflects on his brief marriage to Ramdhin's sister and continues to look back at the voyage which launched him upon the shores of the adult world. Show more
Three young boys meet on a passenger ship bound for London. For the 21 days they have the run of the decks where they observe and learn the baffling mysteries of the adult world. Show more