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A boy and his faithful dog find themselves aboard the legendary Flying Dutchman, a ship doomed to sail eternally. An avenging angel separates them from the cursed vessel and sends them across centuries, guiding them toward the sleepy 19th‑century village of Chapelvale.
Chapelvale’s survival hangs in the balance, and only by uncovering its ancient hidden truths and solving long‑forgotten riddles can the town be saved. The boy, his dog, and the village’s people must combine courage, cleverness, and a willingness to confront the past to keep their home alive.
Brian Jacques shifts from his famed Redwall worlds to this adventurous tale of myth and mystery, delivering a story of friendship, faith, and the enduring power of discovery.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Brian Jacques
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