author: James Matlack Raney
name: Wayne
average rating: 4.57
book published: 2012
rating: 4
read at: 2013/07/19
date added: 2013/07/19
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After a wonderful prologue that shows Jim as a carefree child, playing pirates in the sand dunes, we are introduced to the present day Jim. Jim's father is away at sea, and he is being raised by an aunt that is teaching Jim some horrible habits. Jim has learned to be a spoiled, entitled brat, much to his father's disappointment.
When a turn of fate puts Jim on the run with a mysterious box from his father, he must discover what's really important to himself and return to his true self. Along the way, there is a colorful cast of characters, from the strange gypsy who puts a spell on Jim's box to the King of Thieves who runs a gang of child thieves in the streets of London. There are scary villains, unexpected heroes and great comic relief with a group of thieves known as the Ratt brothers.
There are surprises galore and lessons to be learned. It's a wonderfully told tale, perfect for middle grade readers. It's the kind of book I loved when I was about 9, and I have to confess that I still do.
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