Blurb:
Michael is on a voyage with his parents when their yacht is caught in a storm and sinks. Michael survives by clinging to a life raft and is eventually washed ashore on a mysterious island. Alone and frightened, he stumbles upon a strange and wonderful world inhabited by a solitary Japanese man named Kensuke.
Kensuke, a former soldier who has been living on the island for years, takes Michael in and teaches him the ways of the island. As they learn to trust each other, Michael discovers the secrets of Kensuke's past and the reasons behind his isolation. But when a search party arrives, Michael must choose between the familiar world he left behind and the extraordinary life he has found with Kensuke.
Kensuke's Kingdom is a story of survival, friendship, and the power of resilience in the face of adversity. It explores themes of isolation, identity, and the importance of human connection.