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Synopsis
A boy and dog trapped aboard the legendary ship, the Flying Dutchman, are sent off on an eternal journey by an avenging angel, roaming the earth throughout the centuries in search of those in need. Their travels lead them to Chapelvale, a sleepy nineteenth century village whose very existence is at stake. Only by discovering the buried secrets and solving the dust-laden riddles of the ancient village can it be saved. This will take the will and wile of all the people-and a very special boy and dog! Brian Jacques turns from Redwall to a very different sort of story, and succeeds admirably.
Is Castaways of the Flying Dutchman appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Parents should know this is a gentle middle grade adventure featuring a boy and dog cursed to immortality who travel through time helping people. Mild peril and mystery-solving with no violence, romance, or inappropriate language.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Kids will love following a boy and his dog on an eternal adventure through time as they solve mysteries and save a village from danger.