Mark of the Golden Dragon
L. A Meyer
Jacky Faber is stranded again! After a terrible storm at sea Jacky is blown overboard with her young Indian servant Ravi. They wake up on a strange beach and after taking out a tyrant that is running a small fishing village. They steal his boat and sail towards a place called Rangoon and Jacky must go under cover so she does not get into trouble. But they are soon found out and are taken to a Chinaman named Chopstick Charlie, Jacky makes friends with him and his daughter and helps to rescue her after she is taken captive. Together with her friends on the Nancy B. Alsop, Jacky's old ship Jacky sails back to England to try and rescue Jaimy who has become lost in his grief over Jacky's assumed death.
The second to last book. It's an adventure all of its own, even if you have not really read the rest of the series you will probably enjoy this book as it introduces new characters. I loved this book but the ending is kind of sad. My favorite part was when Jacky dressed up as an Indian girl and pretended to be a prostitute in order to kidnap Flashby to give him to Jaimy. I would recommend this book to anyone who has been reading the series. A great book I can not wait to read the last book.
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Adventure
The Wake of the Lorelei Lee
L.A. Meyer
Is this the end of Jacky Faber? Have her daring escapades finally come to an end? After returning from her adventure diving for Spanish gold, she quickly bought herself a ship with some of the money that she came by during her diving (hey King George got most of it). But it seems as though someone is onto her; her old enemies Bliffil and Flashby have locked her up in New Gate prison and sentenced her to be delivered to the new colony in Australia. As if that is not enough they make her a prisoner on her own ship! But Jacky soon finds her way into the Captain's heart and is given some privileges. But what happens when the Captain dies and the randy First Mate sets his eyes on Jacky and what he has planned for her is definitely unpleasant.
This book was one of my favorites in the series. I love it because there is a lot of victorious moments and some glorious reunions. My favorite part was when the other prison ship containing the boys catches up with Jacky's ship and Ian comes aboard and kills the First Mate because he killed his baby. I also love the part when Jacky becomes the pet of a fearsome female pirate. I would recommend this book to anyone that has been reading this series and to adults and teens who like adventures on the high seas.
L.A. Meyer
Is this the end of Jacky Faber? Have her daring escapades finally come to an end? After returning from her adventure diving for Spanish gold, she quickly bought herself a ship with some of the money that she came by during her diving (hey King George got most of it). But it seems as though someone is onto her; her old enemies Bliffil and Flashby have locked her up in New Gate prison and sentenced her to be delivered to the new colony in Australia. As if that is not enough they make her a prisoner on her own ship! But Jacky soon finds her way into the Captain's heart and is given some privileges. But what happens when the Captain dies and the randy First Mate sets his eyes on Jacky and what he has planned for her is definitely unpleasant.
This book was one of my favorites in the series. I love it because there is a lot of victorious moments and some glorious reunions. My favorite part was when the other prison ship containing the boys catches up with Jacky's ship and Ian comes aboard and kills the First Mate because he killed his baby. I also love the part when Jacky becomes the pet of a fearsome female pirate. I would recommend this book to anyone that has been reading this series and to adults and teens who like adventures on the high seas.
Adventure
Rapture of the Deep
L.A Meyer
Today is the day! Jacky Mary Faber is to be joined in holy matrimony to her beloved James Emerson Fletcher. But as she drives towards her soon to be husband she is captured again by the British Intelligence. This time they are sending her to Spain to dive for sunken treasure, and ti help her out the newly invented diving bell that may do her more harm then good. Though even though this is supposed to be a secret mission Jacky may end up having to leak a little information if she wants to stay safe in Spanish waters.
I still love this series, this book was definitely very well written. It has pirate encounters, adventures in the briny deep and even a little bit of romance (but not too much). My favorite part was when Jacky went down in the bell for the first time, the description of the water and the fish was so realistic. I think that this book would be good for people that love pirate stories and who have been reading the series because it is starting to tie into the other books. It is a great book that makes you want to run out and grab the next one.
L.A Meyer
Today is the day! Jacky Mary Faber is to be joined in holy matrimony to her beloved James Emerson Fletcher. But as she drives towards her soon to be husband she is captured again by the British Intelligence. This time they are sending her to Spain to dive for sunken treasure, and ti help her out the newly invented diving bell that may do her more harm then good. Though even though this is supposed to be a secret mission Jacky may end up having to leak a little information if she wants to stay safe in Spanish waters.
I still love this series, this book was definitely very well written. It has pirate encounters, adventures in the briny deep and even a little bit of romance (but not too much). My favorite part was when Jacky went down in the bell for the first time, the description of the water and the fish was so realistic. I think that this book would be good for people that love pirate stories and who have been reading the series because it is starting to tie into the other books. It is a great book that makes you want to run out and grab the next one.
Friday, September 7, 2012
Fiction
Airman
Eoin Colfer
Conor Broekhart was born in a balloon and ever since then he has wanted to fly. Living on the island of Great Salty off the coast of Ireland with a soldier for a father, a princess for a best friend, and a teacher who will help him get back to the air. His life is going just fine until Conor finds himself in the wrong place at the wrong time, he just witnessed the assassination of the King and his teacher. The killer then makes it look as though Conor had something to do with it and locked him away on the little prison island Little Salty. Now Conor must find a way to survive long enough to get off the island and some how get back to Great Salty in order to clear his name.
This was a good book I listened to this with my family on our road trip and everyone liked it. My favorite part is when Conor and Isabella light the tower on fire and Conor saves her. I would recommend this book to kids and teens who are interested with flying and aviation as it talks a lot about planes and other flying machines.
Eoin Colfer
Conor Broekhart was born in a balloon and ever since then he has wanted to fly. Living on the island of Great Salty off the coast of Ireland with a soldier for a father, a princess for a best friend, and a teacher who will help him get back to the air. His life is going just fine until Conor finds himself in the wrong place at the wrong time, he just witnessed the assassination of the King and his teacher. The killer then makes it look as though Conor had something to do with it and locked him away on the little prison island Little Salty. Now Conor must find a way to survive long enough to get off the island and some how get back to Great Salty in order to clear his name.
This was a good book I listened to this with my family on our road trip and everyone liked it. My favorite part is when Conor and Isabella light the tower on fire and Conor saves her. I would recommend this book to kids and teens who are interested with flying and aviation as it talks a lot about planes and other flying machines.
Mystery
Bride Collector
Ted Dekker
Brad Raines is a special agent with the FBI and he has just been called out to another horrific crime scene. But this one is not the first, it seems as though the serial killer known as the "Bride Collector" has claimed his fourth victim. None of the women have anything in common except the way they were killed, each was tranquilized with manicures and make up done, and then had their blood drained through their feet. No leads no DNA, nothing. That is until the forensic examiner discovers a small role of paper hidden on the body, this is the first communication from the killer. Now Brad must try to solve the Bride Collector's riddles in order to save the "favorites". But the Rainman better watch out because the Bride Collector is much smarter than they think and he has a plan that could really hit home with the Special Agent.
This is a really good murder mystery without too much blood and gore. There is even a little bit of a romance angle played in here as well. I have read this book twice and each time I read this I am amazed by Ted Dekker's work, he is a great author. My favorite part is when Paradise stands up to the Bone Collector when he threatens Brad. I would recommend this book to teens and parents who do not want their kids reading to much with blood and gore.
If you want to read more of Ted Dekker's work check out the Boneman's Daughter and the Priest's Graveyard
Ted Dekker
Brad Raines is a special agent with the FBI and he has just been called out to another horrific crime scene. But this one is not the first, it seems as though the serial killer known as the "Bride Collector" has claimed his fourth victim. None of the women have anything in common except the way they were killed, each was tranquilized with manicures and make up done, and then had their blood drained through their feet. No leads no DNA, nothing. That is until the forensic examiner discovers a small role of paper hidden on the body, this is the first communication from the killer. Now Brad must try to solve the Bride Collector's riddles in order to save the "favorites". But the Rainman better watch out because the Bride Collector is much smarter than they think and he has a plan that could really hit home with the Special Agent.
This is a really good murder mystery without too much blood and gore. There is even a little bit of a romance angle played in here as well. I have read this book twice and each time I read this I am amazed by Ted Dekker's work, he is a great author. My favorite part is when Paradise stands up to the Bone Collector when he threatens Brad. I would recommend this book to teens and parents who do not want their kids reading to much with blood and gore.
If you want to read more of Ted Dekker's work check out the Boneman's Daughter and the Priest's Graveyard
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Adventure
My Bonny Light Horseman
L.A. Meyer
The famous Jacky Faber has been captured yet again by the Royal Navy. Shortly after reuniting with her beloved James Emerson Fletcher on his way to Jamaica, she takes her newly acquired ship the Nancy B. Alsop and sets sail to start transporting cargo up and down the American coast. However her dream of being a simple merchant was soon crushed as the Royal Navy captures her boat. Despite her disguise she is soon recognized by a fiend from her past, the bully Bliffil. On the way back to Britain the ship is taken by the French and all of the crew is sent to a French prison. But right before Jacky is sent to the dreaded guillotine for her execution she is saved by a British spy, he takes her to Head Quarters were she finds out that in order to save her life she will have to become a spy. But Jacky is not so keen on this idea as her cover on this mission is a dancer that is giving out a little bit more than just dancing. Now Jacky has to find a way to preform her duty and escape which could get her into a lot more trouble than she realizes.
This book was pretty good, not my favorite one of the series but still very good. My favorite part is when Jacky goes out to a cafe with her spy handler. I like this part because her handler and her end up getting pretty close and the things that he tells Jacky are very sweet. I would recommend this book to teens and adults who are reading this series and are interested in reading the rest of it. I would also recommend this book to anyone who likes war stories and even love stories, this book is set during Napoleon's take over and has a lot of good little facts about history thrown in a good prize for history lovers.
L.A. Meyer
The famous Jacky Faber has been captured yet again by the Royal Navy. Shortly after reuniting with her beloved James Emerson Fletcher on his way to Jamaica, she takes her newly acquired ship the Nancy B. Alsop and sets sail to start transporting cargo up and down the American coast. However her dream of being a simple merchant was soon crushed as the Royal Navy captures her boat. Despite her disguise she is soon recognized by a fiend from her past, the bully Bliffil. On the way back to Britain the ship is taken by the French and all of the crew is sent to a French prison. But right before Jacky is sent to the dreaded guillotine for her execution she is saved by a British spy, he takes her to Head Quarters were she finds out that in order to save her life she will have to become a spy. But Jacky is not so keen on this idea as her cover on this mission is a dancer that is giving out a little bit more than just dancing. Now Jacky has to find a way to preform her duty and escape which could get her into a lot more trouble than she realizes.
This book was pretty good, not my favorite one of the series but still very good. My favorite part is when Jacky goes out to a cafe with her spy handler. I like this part because her handler and her end up getting pretty close and the things that he tells Jacky are very sweet. I would recommend this book to teens and adults who are reading this series and are interested in reading the rest of it. I would also recommend this book to anyone who likes war stories and even love stories, this book is set during Napoleon's take over and has a lot of good little facts about history thrown in a good prize for history lovers.
Monday, August 13, 2012
Adventure
Mississippi Jack
L. A. Meyer
Miss Jacky Faber and the Lawson Peabody girls have just returned to the states from their long confinement on the vile slaver Bloodhound. They are welcomed with great cheers and applause from their families and yes even their sweethearts. However as soon as Jacky steps onto the gangway she is stopped and arrested for piracy. Suddenly chaos erupts on the docks arrows are flying as well as curses and several disgusting animal parts. But the great Jacky Faber is thrown into the brig, but not after the noble James Emerson Fletcher tries to rescue her but is himself pressed into the service. As they set off they are stopped by a troop of British Red Coats (which are secretly Jacky's friends in disguise) they rescue her and Jacky makes her escape to the wild Mississippi and down to New Orleans. on the way down she meets up with some very colorful river folk including a large and usually very drunk Mike Fink, the king of the river, a band of pirates nestled in Cave in Rock, and many different tribes of Indians.
This is my favorite book of the series, I have read this book many many times and it is still a great read. My favorite part of the book is when Jacky meets Mike Fink for the first time because he dances around and shouts out about how great he is. I would recommend this book to teens and adults who like a little bit of history mixed into their fiction and who like good all out brawls.
L. A. Meyer
Miss Jacky Faber and the Lawson Peabody girls have just returned to the states from their long confinement on the vile slaver Bloodhound. They are welcomed with great cheers and applause from their families and yes even their sweethearts. However as soon as Jacky steps onto the gangway she is stopped and arrested for piracy. Suddenly chaos erupts on the docks arrows are flying as well as curses and several disgusting animal parts. But the great Jacky Faber is thrown into the brig, but not after the noble James Emerson Fletcher tries to rescue her but is himself pressed into the service. As they set off they are stopped by a troop of British Red Coats (which are secretly Jacky's friends in disguise) they rescue her and Jacky makes her escape to the wild Mississippi and down to New Orleans. on the way down she meets up with some very colorful river folk including a large and usually very drunk Mike Fink, the king of the river, a band of pirates nestled in Cave in Rock, and many different tribes of Indians.
This is my favorite book of the series, I have read this book many many times and it is still a great read. My favorite part of the book is when Jacky meets Mike Fink for the first time because he dances around and shouts out about how great he is. I would recommend this book to teens and adults who like a little bit of history mixed into their fiction and who like good all out brawls.
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