The night air was crisp and refreshing, and the stars above glimmered in the dark sky. The moon shone brightly as the gentle breeze blew through the trees, and the distant sound of laughter and music could be heard in the distance.
Chenterve; a poet dressed in finery sat in the tavern, where she was not supposed to be. But accidentally, a fellow had spilled a bit of his drink on to her dress. Later on, she figured that this lad was a thief, with a same goal as hers; to get to Eastern Eravania in one piece. Why? She could not figure out, but later when the thief brought her to a more private tavern, the two made a deal, which was to pretend as a married couple. The reason being was that in those times, law had said, if one was married to a poet, no matter who was he or she, shall not be any of the government's concern, and will not be bothered.
And thus, her adventure began.
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.
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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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