On Wilder Seas

Based on the true story of Jeanne Baret, this novel follows a young woman who disguises herself as a man to join a French expedition circumnavigating the globe in the 18th century. As Jean Baret, she faces the dangers of the sea, the challenges of maintaining her secret, and the scientific pursuits of the voyage. Her journey is one of discovery, both of the world and of her own resilience.