Mira thought her biggest challenge was winning a fencing match—not surviving pirates. But when her grandmother is suddenly abducted, Mira discovers a shocking secret: she's the descendant of the infamous pirate Black Sam Bellamy... and his curse isn't just legend.
Bellamy is alive. Immortal. And desperate.
To save her grandmother, Mira must help him find a long-lost treasure tied to the wreck of the Whydah—a treasure powerful enough to open a gateway between worlds. But they're not the only ones searching.
A ruthless enemy is closing in, convinced Mira holds the key to unlocking the pirate world—and he'll stop at nothing to get it. With time running out and danger at every turn, Mira and her friends must follow a trail of clues across Cape Cod, uncovering secrets that have been hidden for centuries.
Because if they fail... the wrong person will open the portal—and there may be no way to close it again.
Perfect for fans of fast-paced adventure, pirates, and stories like Percy Jackson, this thrilling middle grade novel is packed with action, mystery, and heart.