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Devil's Ballast

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Pub Date 14 Jul 2020 | Archive Date 4 May 2020

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Teens & YA

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Anne Bonny was 18 when she ran away from her violent husband, into the arms of pirate captain Calico Jack. Now, aboard Jack’s ship, she’s part of a ruthless crew bringing mayhem and murder to the Caribbean. But James Bonny is willing to pay to get his wife back. And pirate-hunter Captain Barnet is open to all offers. Devil’s Ballast is action-packed, nuanced, culturally relevant and sharp as a cutlass.

Anne Bonny was 18 when she ran away from her violent husband, into the arms of pirate captain Calico Jack. Now, aboard Jack’s ship, she’s part of a ruthless crew bringing mayhem and murder to the...

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Advance Praise

‘A rollicking, heartfelt and fun novel…a must for anyone looking for a story with a sharp-tongued, cutlass-wielding, savvy female pirate!’—Booktopia

‘You spend most of the book cheering them on, furiously turning the pages…great for readers of action-filled historical fiction.’—Books+Publishing

‘With the novel’s exploration of deeply personal themes, characterisation is vital, and Caddy gets it spot on…action-filled and exciting.’—ReadPlus

‘A new world of shape-shifters and a time-honoured battle between good and evil come alive in Caddy’s debut fantasy for teens.’—Kirkus Reviews on Waer

‘A rollicking, heartfelt and fun novel…a must for anyone looking for a story with a sharp-tongued, cutlass-wielding, savvy female pirate!’—Booktopia

‘You spend most of the book cheering them on...

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ISBN 9781925773460
PRICE US$11.95 (USD)
PAGES 320

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