Steel

Steel by Carrie Vaughn, published by HarperCollins on March 13, 2012, is a reprint edition featuring 304 pages in English. This book follows a modern teen who is unexpectedly transported through time by a mysterious broken sword, finding herself aboard a pirate ship. As she navigates the challenges of being stranded in the past and surrounded by unfamiliar faces, she must adapt to the harsh realities of pirate life while uncovering the dark magic that brought her to this perilous situation.

Readers will discover a tale filled with action and adventure as the protagonist grapples with her new environment and the dangers that come with it. The story delves into themes of bravery and resilience, as she devises a risky plan to return home, culminating in a dramatic duel with a villainous pirate captain. With elements of fantasy and magic woven throughout, Steel offers an engaging narrative that explores the complexities of survival and the choices one must make in dire circumstances.