--- product_id: 31193986 title: "Toward the Sea of Freedom (The Sea of Freedom Trilogy Book 1)" brand: "sarah larkd.w. lovett" price: "$49.67" currency: USD in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/31193986-toward-the-sea-of-freedom-the-sea-of-freedom-trilogy store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Toward the Sea of Freedom (The Sea of Freedom Trilogy Book 1) **Brand:** sarah larkd.w. lovett **Price:** $49.67 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Toward the Sea of Freedom (The Sea of Freedom Trilogy Book 1) by sarah larkd.w. lovett - **How much does it cost?** $49.67 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/31193986-toward-the-sea-of-freedom-the-sea-of-freedom-trilogy) ## Best For - sarah larkd.w. lovett enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sarah larkd.w. lovett brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Toward the Sea of Freedom (The Sea of Freedom Trilogy Book 1) ## Images ![Toward the Sea of Freedom (The Sea of Freedom Trilogy Book 1) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51iRA5gND0L.jpg) ![Toward the Sea of Freedom (The Sea of Freedom Trilogy Book 1) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51+jpRti06L.jpg) ![Toward the Sea of Freedom (The Sea of Freedom Trilogy Book 1) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31N7yL8u0bL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars A Thrilling Historical Adventure *by M***R on Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2022* Toward the Sea of Freedom is an epic, sweeping saga of the first white settlers in New Zealand. Many are convicts from England who were originally sent to colonize Australia and who either stayed after serving their sentences or were able to escape and find their way to New Zealand. Among the characters are Kathleen whose first love Michael was convicted of theft and sent to Australia but not before leaving her pregnant with his child. Michael himself is a shiftless sort, not afraid of work but more of a drifter looking for a good drink and a pretty woman; he doesn’t believe he’ll survive the trip to Australia. Lizzie is a street walker in London living in abject poverty; when she’s accused of trying to steal some bread, she’s convicted and sent to Australia. Ian Coltrane, from the same Irish village as Kathleen and Michael, marries her and they set off for New Zealand, but he’s embittered by the fact that she carries Michael’s child; he is dishonest in his dealings as a horse trader and beats and rapes his wife mercilessly. Claire is Kathleen’s only friend in New Zealand; together with their children they escape their husbands and set up their own business in Dunedin. Peter Burton, the Anglican minister who preaches about Darwinism, falls in love with Kathleen but can’t help her past the secrets she is hiding. Finally, the native Maori tribes that inhabit both the North and South Islands of New Zealand; they find in Lizzie one who is compatible with their way of life. All of these characters find their lives intertwined in various ways.Set against the backdrop of the lush islands of New Zealand and Australia, the reader is transported to a time when the land was still unspoiled and full of promise; a time before cities but also a time of hardships and struggles. The author, Sara Lark, provides an in depth look at the history of both countries and the people who settled there. For example, this reader had heard of the Maori but now I have a much better understanding of their culture and how it affected the white settlers.If you like historical fiction, sweeping sagas, intrigue, adventure, non-stop twists and turns, then this book is for you. Crossed-paths, struggles, self-discovery, survival, and love are all contained in the pages of this tome. I personally think this book has the makings of at least three seasons on Masterpiece theatre. Best news: I just realized that this is the first book of a trilogy and have already ordered book #2 – Beneath the Kauri Tree.Originally written in German and translated into English by D. W. Lovett, this reader was hard pressed to find even a single grammatical error in the over 500 pages. An amazing accomplishment! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Before you go..... *by N***N on Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2022* Michael, Kathleen, Ian, Claire, and Lizzy. When we are young, we think we know everything. When we have lived, loved, struggled, and fought, we sometimes regret choices we have made, but we also know you have to roll with the punches and go where life leads you. This is a great story, enjoy! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Another Great New Zealand Trilogy by Sarah Lark *by K***D on Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2022* After reading Sarah Lark’s other New Zealand based Trilogy, I was excited to begin, this new series of books. “Onward the Sea of Freedom” is an engaging and easy read. If you enjoy learning some history and historical background about New Zealand, Sarah Lark’s books will painless teach you. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/31193986-toward-the-sea-of-freedom-the-sea-of-freedom-trilogy](https://www.desertcart.us/products/31193986-toward-the-sea-of-freedom-the-sea-of-freedom-trilogy) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-10-14*