LitPick Review
Grab your tricorn, spyglass, and your parrot! The “meanest, crustiest, most underhanded pirate to sail the seven seas,” better known as Captain Cogburn or One-Eyed Cogburn is on the hunt for his treasure chest. Just after stumbling upon that very chest, Timmy, Mateo, and Jade are alerted to the ship of the cantankerous old sea dog and his rowdy crew, by way of a noisy cannonball. After the three young sailors give the captain permission to board, a game of cat and mouse with the infamous pirate ensues. Will the trio be able to out-smart One-Eyed Cogburn? Or will they fall victim to Cogburn’s cunning ways?
Opinion:
Author Diane Merrill Wigginton and illustrator Néstor Taylor lure readers on a captivating voyage filled with adventure, friendship, level-headedness, and a wee bit of danger. Wigginton’s vividly crafted dialogues between the characters ignite the imaginative and thrilling nature of this story. Taylor is a master illustrator. The delightful illustrations are expressive, lively, and bold, and add visual diversity to this story. Together, the words and images create a nail-biting suspense that will keep the pages turning. Young fans of pirates, treasure hunts, and daring escapades won't want to miss this spirited excursion. Practice your pirate voice and set sail on the high seas with The Secret of One-Eyed Cogburn, the Dreaded Pirate Captain!
