The Buccaneers

In the third book of the High Seas Trilogy, John Spencer sails the schooner Dragon from England toward the Caribbean, seeking adventure on the high seas. When he rescues a mysterious man from a lifeboat against his father's warnings, the decision sets off a dangerous chain of events. John and his crew soon find themselves battling ruthless buccaneers, violent storms, and a possible curse, ending up stranded on a remote island. Survival, loyalty, and the perilous life at sea drive the story forward.