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The Herons are home in Skandia, preparing to work on sea trials in the newly constructed Heron. During a short excursion, they encounter an Iberian pirate ship raiding the coast of Sonderland. Text has violence and criminal activity. Book #9
Quick Summary
The Herons finally take their newly built ship out for sea trials only to stumble upon Iberian pirates raiding the coast of Sonderland, turning what should be a triumphant maiden voyage into a desperate fight for their lives. Kids will love the intense ship-to-ship battles, the high-speed chase across stormy waters, and watching their favorite characters prove they can handle real pirates who show no mercy. If your kid loves the adventure and camaraderie of Ranger's Apprentice or the action-packed quests in Percy Jackson, they'll devour this seafaring installment. With an AR Level of 6.4 and an Interest Level for Middle Grades 4-8, this book is perfect for kids in grades 4-7 who want their adventure served with cannons blazing.