Avalina Jones and the Eye of the Storm — Lori Adams

AVALINA JONES AND THE EYE OF THE STORM, Book OneThe Avalina Jones Series Adams' pirate-centric story teems with entertaining bits of magic. A well-crafted, supernatural pirate tale with a capable, young hero. ~KIRKUS REVIEWS Avalina Jones and the Eye of the Storm is an action-packed fantasy…This novel is packed with creativity. Lori Adams has outdone herself in describing the magical ship and all of its components. . . I really enjoyed the story of Avalina Jones and her pirate adventure . . . any Hogwarts fans might find themselves equally enthralled by Avalina and her time aboard the Aquatiery. ~SAN FRANCISCO BOOK REVIEW When a young girl learns she is the Last Heir of the infamous pirate Davy Jones, she is whisked away to begin life aboard an enchanted schoolship for Pirate Heirs where danger and excitement awaits... Contemporary kids who happen to be Heirs of the most villainous and celebrated pirates in history live aboard schoolships. Superstitions, mysteries, curses, secrets, strange ocean creatures, and undead pirates will thrill middle-grade readers in this rollicking, globe-trotting adventure.  Worlds collide for middle-grade readers who will love the fast-paced thrills, colorful characters, secrets, legends, and interplay of fantasy and reality in Avalina Jones and the Eye of the Storm. Author Lori Adams expertly delivers a timeless story bringing together sea lore, magic, and adventure. The first book in a seven-book series, Avalina Jones and the Eye of the Storm, is a romping tale for middle graders who are searching for the next enduring fantasy classic. Yo Ho for Avalina Jones! A MUST READ FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES!    AND THE KID IN YOU!