The Smugglers
The Smugglers by Iain Lawrence, published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited in 2003, is a thrilling addition to the high seas adventure genre. This edition spans 234 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows John Spencer, a sixteen-year-old who embarks on a voyage aboard the charming schooner, the Dragon, which has a mysterious past as a smugglers’ vessel. As John sets sail for London, he is warned of the ship’s dark history, raising questions about the true nature of his crew and the dangers that lie ahead.
Readers will find a captivating blend of action and adventure as John navigates the challenges of his journey. The story delves into themes of survival and the complexities of trust, set against the backdrop of the eighteenth-century maritime world. With elements of drama and horror woven throughout, this book offers an engaging exploration of imagination and play, making it a compelling read for those interested in historical narratives involving pirates and adventure.
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A swashbuckling thriller, part two of THE HIGH SEAS ADVENTURES, set on the oceans of the eighteenth century – drama, horror, adventure…
“Steer clear of that ship,” warns the mysterious gentleman who shares the coach to Dover with John Spencer and his father. “Death she’ll bring you. It’s the way of a ship that was christened in blood.”
This is an ominous introduction to the schooner John is about to be entrusted with for a voyage north to London. But he’s too charmed by the pretty Dragon to heed the advice. The ship looks clever and quick, and John, now sixteen, can’t wait to sail her. She was a smugglers’ vessel once, but that was in the past. Now she’s the Spencers’ Dragon, and she will proudly carry wool for honest trade.
But soon John will be forced to consider the gentleman’s warning. Could a ship that’s seen a smuggling run truly be spoiled for anything else? And what does John really know about his “bonny” crew of four?
Alive with breathtaking action and unforgettable characters, this companion to The Wreckers is masterfully entertaining – a rousing nautical adventure full of danger and surprise.
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