Publisher's Synopsis
When 16-year-old Clara Bennett stumbles upon an old, rusted compass hidden in her grandfather's attic, she never expects it to work-let alone glow with an otherworldly light. But the compass doesn't just point north; it points to the past. Drawn by a mix of curiosity and fate, Clara finds herself transported to the 18th century, aboard the notorious pirate ship The Black Tempest.
The ship is led by the daring and infamous Captain Elias Drake, a man both feared and admired across the seas. Mistaking Clara for a spy, the crew debates throwing her overboard, but her quick wit and knowledge of modern sailing techniques win her a place among them-for now.
As Clara navigates the treacherous world of pirates, treasure maps, and double-crossing allies, she uncovers a secret about the compass that could alter history itself. With a mysterious rival ship hunting them and whispers of a cursed treasure, Clara must decide if she'll help Captain Drake and his crew-or find a way back to her own time before the compass's magic fades forever.
But the past holds its own allure, and Clara can't ignore the growing bond between her and the roguish captain. Torn between two worlds, she must uncover the truth about the compass and her connection to The Black Tempest before her presence threatens to unravel history itself.
Past Pirate Ship is a swashbuckling adventure filled with daring escapes, hidden treasures, and a timeless journey that proves the past is never truly lost.
