Books About Stowaways

The Best Stowaways Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about stowaways? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Lintang and the Pirate Queen
Iceberg
Kaspar
Nim at Sea
Series
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The Highland Falcon Thief
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2020

The Highland Falcon Thief

By M. G. Leonard, Sam Sedgman, Elisa Paganelli (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Adventures on Trains series

A boy must solve a jewel theft on a royal train to clear his friend's name.

272 pages· 51,503 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,088 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Eleven-year-old Hal Beck embarks on a royal train journey with his uncle, expecting boredom. Instead, he befriends a stowaway, Lenny, and faces a mystery when a princess's diamond necklace is stolen. With suspicion on Lenny, Hal must use his keen observation and sketching skills to find the real thief and save his friend before the train's final stop. Can Hal uncover the truth in time?
The Bravest Man in the World
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

The Bravest Man in the World

By Patricia Polacco

A boy learns the power of music through a tale of bravery aboard the Titanic.

56 pages· 4,649 words· Est. 36 min read-aloud
4.5/5 Goodreads · 362 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Young Jonathan resists piano practice until his grandfather shares a tale of courage. As a child, his grandfather stowed away on the Titanic, meeting the heroic musician Wallace Hartley. When disaster struck, Hartley's band played on, soothing panicked souls. This poignant story reveals music's profound impact amidst chaos, leaving Jonathan to ponder its true power.
Lintang and the Pirate Queen
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2017

Lintang and the Pirate Queen

By Tamara Moss

Island girl joins a pirate crew, facing secrets and monsters.

368 pages· 63,971 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 421 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Lintang, an island girl yearning for adventure, joins the legendary Captain Shafira's all-female pirate crew. As they sail through treacherous waters, Lintang discovers her stowaway friend Bayani harbors dangerous secrets. With life-or-death battles against monstrous foes and hidden truths unraveling, Lintang must navigate a world of intrigue and peril. Will she prove herself among these fierce women, or will the secrets tear them apart? Dive into a thrilling tale of courage, friendship, and high-seas adventure where every decision could be their last.
Iceberg
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Iceberg

By Jennifer A. Nielsen

A stowaway on the Titanic faces danger and mystery as disaster looms.

352 pages· 74,608 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 7,418 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Hazel Rothbury, a young stowaway on the Titanic, dreams of becoming a journalist. With the help of a porter and a first-class passenger, she secretly explores the ship. But as a haunting mystery unfolds, disaster strikes, forcing Hazel to fight for survival. Can she save her friends and herself amidst the chaos?
Kaspar
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2008

Kaspar

By Michael Morpurgo, Michael Foreman (Illustrator)

A bellboy, a cat, and an heiress face adventure aboard the Titanic.

208 pages· 24,698 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,678 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Johnny Trott, a bellboy at the Savoy Hotel, inherits Kaspar, a remarkable cat, after a tragedy strikes Countess Kandinsky. When they meet Lizziebeth, a lively heiress, their lives take a thrilling turn as they embark on a voyage aboard the Titanic. With Kaspar, the Prince of Cats, by their side, adventure and danger are never far away. Can they survive the ship's fateful journey? Discover the tale of friendship and survival that unfolds on the high seas.
By the Great Horn Spoon!
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1963

By the Great Horn Spoon!

By Sid Fleischman, Brett Helquist (Illustrator)

A boy and his butler seek gold in California to save his family from ruin.

224 pages· 39,276 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 8,641 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Twelve-year-old Jack embarks on a daring quest to save his family from financial ruin by striking gold in California. Accompanied by his loyal butler, Praiseworthy, Jack stows away on a ship bound for the Gold Rush. Facing sailors, outlaws, and wild animals, their journey is fraught with danger and excitement. Will Jack's gamble pay off, or will he return home empty-handed? This thrilling adventure captures the spirit of the old west and the relentless pursuit of fortune.
Collision Course
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2011

Collision Course

By Gordon Korman · Book #2 in the Titanic series

Aboard the Titanic, four kids face a hidden killer as disaster looms.

166 pages· 29,331 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,988 ratings
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Summary: On the Titanic, Paddy, Sophie, Juliana, and Alfie uncover a chilling mystery: a killer may be among them. As the ship sails toward its fateful iceberg encounter, secrets unravel and lives intertwine. Can they solve the mystery before it's too late, or will the ocean claim them all? The clock is ticking, and danger lurks in every shadow.
The Titanic
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

The Titanic

By Katrina Charman · Book #1 in the Survival Tails series

Pets race against time to survive the Titanic's sinking.

224 pages· 33,633 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 262 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Mutt, a determined dog, sneaks onto the Titanic to stay with his owner, Alice. With the help of a rat and a reluctant cat, he faces the ship's impending doom. As the Titanic hits an iceberg, Mutt and his new friends must navigate chaos to reunite with their humans and survive. Will they make it in time?
Nim at Sea
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007

Nim at Sea

By Wendy Orr, Kerry Millard (Illustrator) · Nim series

A girl stows away on a cruise to rescue her kidnapped sea lion.

192 pages· 31,091 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 489 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Nim, an adventurous island girl, stows away on a cruise ship to rescue her kidnapped sea lion, Selkie. With her iguana Fred by her side, she navigates the bustling streets of Manhattan, evading a dangerous pursuer. As she races against time, Nim must reunite with her friend, the timid novelist Alex Rover, to save Selkie. Will she succeed in her daring mission amidst the chaos of the city and the high seas? Dive into this thrilling tale of friendship, courage, and unexpected adventures.
Hope at Sea
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Hope at Sea

By Daniel Miyares

A girl stows away on her father's ship, facing a stormy adventure.

44 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 301 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: Hope secretly boards her father's 19th-century merchant ship, eager to join his sea adventures. As the winds rise and skies darken, she discovers the thrill and danger of the open sea. Will this journey be more than she bargained for? Experience the bond between father and daughter in this captivating tale of courage and discovery.
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