In the quaint town of Koshin, nestled among cobblestone streets and charming storefronts, lies Gonshao's Delights, a beloved bakery run by the resilient Alice Gonshao and her aunt Yanglin. But when a mysterious flash of light transforms their ordinary world into one of magic and wonder, Alice finds herself facing a new set of challenges.
As magical creatures and fantastical beings become their customers, Alice must navigate the delicate balance between her responsibilities at school, her duties at the bakery, and the newfound enchantments that surround them. With the help of her spirited friend Miko and their newest neighbor Raven, Alice embarks on an adventure filled with friendship, courage, and the sweet taste of unexpected possibilities.
But as the magic deepens and the stakes rise, Alice must confront her fears and embrace her destiny as a guardian of Gonshao's Delights. With the fate of their bakery and their town hanging in the balance, Alice discovers that true magic lies not in spells or potions, but in the bonds of family, the strength of friendship, and the power of following your dreams.
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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