Marinette often found herself isolated from her classmates, feeling overlooked and left out despite her kind heart and creative spirit. Her days blended into a routine of school, responsibilities, and the occasional adventure as Ladybug. However, everything takes a dramatic turn when Marinette unexpectedly wins an all-expenses-paid trip to Gotham City for herself and her entire class.
As she embarks on this journey to one of the most notorious cities in the world, Marinette has no idea that her life is about to be transformed in ways she could never have imagined. The trip to Gotham thrusts her into a world of dark alleyways, complex characters, and new challenges that test her in both her civilian and superhero identities.
Surrounded by unfamiliar faces and a city steeped in mystery and danger, Marinette must navigate this new environment while also dealing with the shifting dynamics within her class. Friendships are tested, alliances are formed, and secrets are revealed. Gotham's shadowy underworld and its masked vigilantes challenge Marinette to grow in unexpected ways.
But as she becomes more deeply entwined with Gotham's inhabitants and its own brand of justice, the question remains: Will this change be for the better, or will it push Marinette into a darker, more uncertain path? Only time will tell whether this journey to Gotham will ultimately be a blessing or a curse.
Saving the life of the infamous rookie pirate, Captain Ruben Kirk, catapults Jessica Red into a sea of magic, jewel heists, and world-saving adventure.
*****
After years of watching pirates fighting with the king's navy off the coast of Harvest Island, Jessica Red saves the life of the infamous rookie pirate, Captain Ruben Kirk, and the two become fast friends. Little does she know, Ruben Kirk is only the first of three rookie pirates she'll meet during a whirlwind of sea-faring adventures - but when Jessica learns the corrupt King Mordred has plans to destroy her island home, can she convince them to help her save it?
("The Rookie Pirates" is Book 1 in "The Adventures of Jessica Red" trilogy.)
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