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Gr 3–6—Hilary strives to be a pirate, but it's hard when the VNHLP (Very Nearly Honorable League of Pirates) declines her application because of her gender. She's also the daughter of the Admiral of the Augusta Royal Navy, who is a sworn enemy of pirates, and she's been sent to a finishing school run by Miss Pimm where she is trapped in fainting, waltzing, and embroidery classes. Luckily, Hilary has her magic gargoyle to assist her in running away to the ship of the Terror of the Southlands, a polit...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Hilary is a plucky, likable protagonist who exhibits a charming blend of fierceness and vulnerability. Readers will cheer her on as she—accompanied by her gargoyle—pursues her dream of becoming a pirate. Caroline Carlson has created a fully realized fantasy world, with magical elements neatly woven into the story. It seems completely natural that Hilary converses with ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More