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Book SynopsisThe Times: Summer Reads, Best 20 Children’s books 2020 Toppsta: 100 most popular books of 2020 The Week: Summer Round up, Best reads of 2020 ‘Welcome to the Black Hound - a ship full o’ the cleverest pirate investigators ya ever set eyes upon.’ The captain pauses. ‘You OK, lad? Ya gone paler than a full moon.’ When Flynn applies for the job of cabin boy on the Black Hound, he doesn’t expect it to be a pirate ship! But soon he’s setting sail for the Seven Seas, on a perilous quest to recover ancient treasure bound by a magical curse. The first in a trilogy of three pirate investigator adventures!
Trade ReviewThe Times: Summer reads: Best Children's Books of 2020;Toppsta: 100 most popular books of 2020;The Week: Summer Round up, Best reads of 2020;‘A fast-paced adventure with lots of fun, exploring themes of growing up, friendship and the danger of stereotyping.’ INIS magazine;‘A glorious mix of detective work, danger, slapstick fun and outstanding illustrations.' Lancashire Evening Post;'Illustrations that really have the wow factor.’ BookTrust;'I cannot wait to join the crew on their next investigation!’ My Shelves Are Full;'Memorable characters, plenty of playful language, and at almost every turn of the page, a terrific, finely detailed, etching-like illustration.' Red Reading Hub;'A brilliant twist on pirate stories, combining all the best bits with a mystery thriller narrative ... definitely one to watch.' The Book Activist;'An exciting, action-packed adventure highly recommended for children aged 6.+' English Association;'Sure to make a splash with younger readers stepping out on their own' Miss Cleveland is Reading
