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When a serious illness leaves Jessie, a ten‑year‑old from a small Irish island, feeling powerless, she finds an unlikely ally in the ghost of Grania O’Malley, a famed women’s pirate of the past. Together with her adventurous American cousin, Jessie confronts the greed of developers who aim to destroy their beloved island. Through bravery, friendship, and a touch of supernatural help, Jessie learns to overcome barriers both physical and social, proving that courage and community can protect what matters most.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Michael Morpurgo
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