Death diamond by Dan Jerris
Lothian, 2008. ISBN9780734410719
(Age 9-12) The first in the series, Dragon Blood Pirates, Death
diamond
is a funny, tongue in cheek story of 2 boys transported back in rime to
the age of piracy. Redolent of Pirates of the Caribbean, and with
touches of many other pirate stories and themes, this series of novels
will fill a niche for readers of early chapter books. 80 pages long,
with large print and many funny drawings by Rory Walker, this book is
easy to read and follow.
Al and his friend, Owen are searching a chest in the attic, when they
find themselves on a rock in the ocean. Rescued by the crew of The
Booty, they are offered maggoty biscuits for tea, and that is just
the
first of their problems. Following the treasure map is the crew of
another ship, The Tormenter, with their hideous captain, Snotty
Nell.
Each side tries to outwit the other as they search for the treasure
through a cave with mantraps, clues and lots of danger.
A funny tale with lots of hilarious episodes, all giving a passing nod
to famous stories and films, this book will have appeal to kids looking
for an escape to another world.
Fran Knight
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