Wakulla

'Wakulla' by Kirk Munroe is a novel that begins by introducing us to Mark and Ruth Elmer's family, who recently moved from their small New England town to a plantation in Florida due to Mark's failing health. The move is made possible by the generous offer of Mrs. Elmer's uncle, and they are traveling by boat to their destination. Excitement ensues for the children as they look forward to exploring the exotic new land filled with alligators, palm trees, bread-fruit, pirates, and Indians.