Rob Kidd

Jack and Fitzwilliam are going back to New Orleans to get the amulet. They run into trouble when the Pirate Police find and jail them. Jack, being able to get himself out of trouble, manages to get out of jail and find the rest of the crew. Calling on Tia Dalma, they bargain with her and find the gold gem for the amulet and Jack gets greedy only to be called on it. Finding Arabella and the Fleur they then come upon Madame Minute who wants the amulet. Now Jack must get them out of trouble and show more out of New Orleans. Can he do it? When will Tia Dalma call in their debt? Where is Madame Minute?

I enjoyed this story. Jack is crazy as ever with his schemes. I am glad they found the Fleur. I am glad that they manage to survive. I look forward to finding the rest of the books in the series so I can find out the answers to my questions. This is a good series for fans of The Pirates of the Caribbean as well as 8-12 year olds. show less

Having been a number of years since I first read this origin series, I don't remember a lot about it. However, I remember a LOT about this installment. I felt so betrayed by a certain plot twist in this book. I'm pretty sure it scarred me for life and prepared me for the real world. (I mean I'm joking but at the same time I'm not). Great installment!

Having gotten out of New Orleans with Tumen's family's medallion and starting for the Yucatan, Jack and his crew are captured by Captain Laura Smith, who is Arabella's mother. Now Arabella wants answers and is not happy with what she is getting from her mother. When Jack overhears plots of a mutiny, he throws in with Captain Laura only to lose his first mate.

I enjoyed this story. It's short but a lot is happening between the pirates, mutiny, and the medallion. The crew is great and mysteries show more must be solved. We learn Tim Hawks' story and have to decide if he is true. The pirates of Captain Laura's crew are villainous and you know all will meet up again. I am looking forward to the meet-up and I want to see the medallion returned to Tumen's great-grandfather. show less

I highly recommend this series for younger readers. Not only does it feature the one and only Captain Jack Sparrow, but it also offers a unique and interesting origin story for the characters for fans who wish to get more of him! I was not disappointed in the slightest. It is definitely a good pick for Elementary and Middle School readers!