Sebastian Darke: Prince of Pirates
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Publisher Description
Sebastian Darke, his opinionated buffalope, Max, and the fierce fighter Cornelius are heading to the bustling port of Ramalat to embark on a perilous sea journey. They are ready to risk their lives in search of the fabled lost treasure of the pirate King, Captain Callinestra. But first, they must make it through the dark and mysterious forest of Geltane and
survive an encounter with the beautiful and bewitching Leonora, a powerful enchantress with a magical hold over Sebastian’s senses. And, as if that wasn’t bad enough, little do they know that, when they finally reach Ramalat, a feisty female sea captain, an infamous young pirate, ravenous sea creatures, and furious sea battles await them.
But there’s no turning back. Will they discover the lost treasure? Will Sebastian live to tell the tale? Will Max ever stop moaning?
Philip Caveney has written many novels for adults. This is his second book for young adults. He lives in England.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
In the sequel to Sebastian Darke: Prince of Fools, former court jester Sebastian and his compatriots from the first novel (Max, the whiny buffalope, and Cornelius, the warrior) set out on a quest for the lost pirate treasure of Captain Callinestra. Aboard the Sea Witch, headed by the charming Capt. Jenna Swift, Sebastian and his crew must survive an array of misadventures and enemies "There is nothing in this world that you can invent that is not dwelling somewhere in the shadows," Cornelius reflects to reach the treasure. Sebastian is somewhat adventuresome, but what he's really after is an identity, a profession and a woman that suit him best. He struggles both against shape-shifter Lenora's curse "You will find what you seek but it shall never be yours" and to believe in himself. The story's momentum, stemming from action sequences and emotional tension, helps make it a quick read, and the characters' senses of humor, motivations and foibles are irresistible. It all adds up to an amusing and action-packed tale of loyalty, unexpected love and trouble around every bend. Ages 12 up.
