Iceberg

Jennifer A. Nielsen's "Iceberg" plunges readers into the dramatic final days of the Titanic through the eyes of Hazel Rothbury, a twelve-year-old stowaway. Hazel, along with a porter named Charlie and a first-class passenger, Sylvia, explores the grand ship, uncovering a compelling mystery that adds intrigue to her journey. The narrative shifts dramatically when the ship strikes an iceberg, transforming the adventure into a gripping survival story. This book is suitable for late elementary and middle school readers, offering a blend of historical fiction, mystery, and intense adventure. Parents should be prepared for discussions about the historical disaster, themes of loss, bravery, and class differences.

Twelve-year-old Hazel Rothbury stows away aboard the Titanic and, with the help of a porter named Charlie and a first-class passenger named Sylvia, she sets out to explore the great ship, uncovering a haunting mystery--until the ship hits an iceberg and she must fight to save herself and her friends.