John's grandfather set out to build the perfect hooker. His daughter, Maggie, took over the task, and the splendid craft was completed. John set sail, ending up on a deserted island - empty except for one unusual inhabitant. From here begins a strange adventure, full of tense, exciting moments.
Kids will love this hilarious fairy tale adventure packed with clever twists, familiar characters and page-turning fun.
The second book in a fabulous new magical, middle-grade series filled with adventure, wonder and wildness,
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Eilis Dillon was born in Galway in 1920. Abandoning a career as a professional cellist, she turned to writing for adults and children, quickly earning an international reputation for both.
Eilis lived in Italy for six years in the 1960s, then divided her time between Ireland and California, until her final years which were spent in Ireland. She died in Dub
