What’s the book about?
Deep in the heart of the Atlantic Ocean, where the full moon rests on the horizon, lies a secret kingdom called Darksea. Ruled by the Pirate King, Captain O’Malley, Darksea’s tranquil waters have, of late, been haunted by an invisible and deadly monster – a monster that is eating the once-beautiful islands in gigantic bites.
On the other side of the horizon, at his home in Galway, Max Reid and his family are battling a different monster. His big brother Christopher is in hospital and getting sicker – and his parents have begun to talk of miracles.
Then one night a loud, bright red parrot taps on Max’s bedroom window, carrying an invitation from the pirate king. Captain O’Malley needs a new crew member for a dangerous quest; and the reward is everything Max has been hoping for.
But in Darksea, not everyone is as they seem. When Captain O’Malley’s secret threatens to upend their mission and destroy Max’s chance to help his family, Max realises he’s going to have to navigate much more than he bargained for…
Recommended for:
Ages 9+.
Three reasons to read it:
- Doyle has created a cast of interesting characters, each with their own unique personalities and motivations. From courageous pirates to formidable foes, you’ll find yourself rooting for their triumphs as they hunt for treasure and battle ruthless foes.
- The book has an exciting journey filled with daring escapes, epic battles, and unexpected twists. As the characters embark on their quest for glory, you’ll find yourself eagerly turning the pages to uncover the secrets of Darksea.
- The author has penned a unique world with the secret kingdom of Darksea, a place teeming with mystery. Darksea has lots of kid-friendly life with vivid descriptions like bustling ports to treacherous waters – it’s a place sure to keep even the most reluctant readers engaged.
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About the author:
Catherine Doyle grew up beside the Atlantic Ocean in the west of Ireland. Her love of reading began with great Irish myths and legends, and fostered in her an ambition to one day write her own. She holds a first class BA in Psychology and a first class MA in Publishing from the National University of Ireland, Galway, and is the author of the YA Blood for Blood trilogy. The Storm Keeper’s Island is her debut middle-grade novel and was inspired by her real-life ancestral home of Arranmore Island, where her grandparents grew up, and the adventures of her many seafaring ancestors. After living in Dublin City for two years, Catherine is now based in Galway but spends a lot of her time in London and the US.
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