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Life as a ship's boy aboard HMS *Dolphin* is a dream come true for Jacky Faber. Gone are the days of scavenging for food and fighting for survival on the streets of eighteenth-century London. Instead, Jacky is becoming a skilled and respected sailor as the crew pursues pirates on the high seas. There's only one problem: Jacky is a *girl*. And she will have to use every bit of her spirit, wit, and courage to keep the crew from discovering her secret. This could be the adventure of her life--if only she doesn't get caught. A thrilling tale of courage, friendship, and adventure, this is the first book in the *Bloody Jack* series. The story is filled with pirates, treasure, and sailing adventures, and is sure to appeal to fans of *Pirates of the Caribbean* and *Treasure Island*.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Louis A. Meyer
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