In the book A Lion to Guard Us, Amanda, a little girl, has to take care of her brother and sister. First, Amanda's father goes to the New World. Next her mother gets sick and dies, and Amanda and her brother and sister run away. On the boat Dr. Crider dies, and they are alone on the journey to the New World. Finally they get there and find their father. I would recommend the book for anyone 9 years old and up