In the quiet, charming town of Pinebrook, secrets run deep, and outsiders are met with suspicion. Sarah arrives to settle into her late grandmother's house, but the close-knit community is wary of her presence. Determined to uncover her grandmother's mysteries, Sarah's quest for truth strains her relationships with the townsfolk. When the beloved Mayor, Robert Turner, meets a sudden and mysterious demise, all eyes turn to Sarah as the prime suspect. Undeterred, she embarks on an investigation to clear her name and unearth the real killer. In her pursuit of the truth, she unravels a web of hidden secrets, family history, and personal grudges, all seemingly connected to the Mayor's murder. As Sarah delves deeper into her grandmother's journal and forms an unlikely alliance with the reclusive librarian, Henry. Along the way, they encounter misleading clues, hidden agendas, and even an attempt on Sarah's life. The shocking revelation of the true killer, someone she once trusted, shatters the town's trust and divides the community. Sarah's journey leads to a final confrontation, where she must face the ultimate betrayal. Who can you trust when the secrets of a small town are unearthed, and betrayal lurks in the most unexpected places?
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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