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SpaceJackers #2
The Lost Sword
Star Wars meets Pirates of the Caribbean in this second swashbuckling quest for Jake Cutler and friends!
Jake Cutler – 13-year-old ruler of the secret planet Altus – is on the run from the Interstellar Navy. He and the crew of the pirate spaceship, the Dark Horse, are wanted over the disappearance of the ISS Colossus, the most powerful ship in the Navy's fleet.
But that's not the only reason Jake's being hunted. If he's found, he'll be forced to reveal the location of Altus, home to a fortune in crystals. With that much wealth, the Interstellar Navy plans to start an intergalactic war bigger than any seen before. It's up to Jake to stop them, but how will a teenager convince the rulers of the universe that they're in terrible danger?
Jake Cutler – 13-year-old ruler of the secret planet Altus – is on the run from the Interstellar Navy. He and the crew of the pirate spaceship, the Dark Horse, are wanted over the disappearance of the ISS Colossus, the most powerful ship in the Navy's fleet.
But that's not the only reason Jake's being hunted. If he's found, he'll be forced to reveal the location of Altus, home to a fortune in crystals. With that much wealth, the Interstellar Navy plans to start an intergalactic war bigger than any seen before. It's up to Jake to stop them, but how will a teenager convince the rulers of the universe that they're in terrible danger?
318 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 2, 2015
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Huw Powell
9 books15 followersHUW POWELL is a children’s author from North Somerset in the UK. Spacejackers is his middle-grade debut book series published by Bloomsbury and W F Howes in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. The first novel was Literature Work's 'Book of the Month' in August 2014 and it was short-listed for Teach Primary's 'New Children's Fiction Award' in 2015. Huw is an active supporter of initiatives that encourage children to read. He lives with his wife and two sons in Portishead.
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August 30, 2017
Audio book review!!
Man, the endings are these books are so explosive and cliffhanger. Can't wait for the third book!
Loving all the characters Kid Cutler encounters!
Man, the endings are these books are so explosive and cliffhanger. Can't wait for the third book!
Loving all the characters Kid Cutler encounters!
October 11, 2015
Jake Cutler, teenage space pirate and rightful ruler of the lost planet of Altus, has to face down the might of the Interstellar Navy and prevent them from starting a war that will consume the galaxy. To aid him on his quest he must venture onto the turf of the notorious Space Mafia and reclaim the fabled lost sword of Altus, which will give him the authority he needs. All Jake wants is to find his missing father, but it falls on him to become a leader, and he’s forced to grow up fast in this second volume in Huw Powell’s popular Spacerjackers series.
We learn much more about the crew of the pirate vessel Dark Horse this time around, as secrets emerge about the famously grumpy Granny Leatherhead and other members of the crew, although I would have liked to have seen more of lilac-skinned castaway alien Nanoo this time around. But the introduction of a sparky new female teenage pirate for Jake to cross wits with is tremendous fun. And there are subtle hints as to the whereabouts and identity of Jake’s missing father that will have to wait until the third volume to hopefully be resolved….
This is an MG thrill ride that would appeal to any reader who wants to read a book that is mash-up of Star Wars, Indiana Jones, or Pirates of the Caribbean, with an endearing teen hero. Keep your eyes on the stars!
We learn much more about the crew of the pirate vessel Dark Horse this time around, as secrets emerge about the famously grumpy Granny Leatherhead and other members of the crew, although I would have liked to have seen more of lilac-skinned castaway alien Nanoo this time around. But the introduction of a sparky new female teenage pirate for Jake to cross wits with is tremendous fun. And there are subtle hints as to the whereabouts and identity of Jake’s missing father that will have to wait until the third volume to hopefully be resolved….
This is an MG thrill ride that would appeal to any reader who wants to read a book that is mash-up of Star Wars, Indiana Jones, or Pirates of the Caribbean, with an endearing teen hero. Keep your eyes on the stars!
July 19, 2016
Jake Cutler is a Space Pirate wanted by the corrupt Interstellar Navy for a crime he didn't commit. The ruler of the secret planet Altus, Jake must convince the leaders of the other independent colonies that the Interstellar Navy is attempting to start a galactic war that could mean the end of freedom in the galaxy forever. With his loyal band of spacejackers by his side, Jake must find his father, find the golden cutlass that will lend him legitimacy and find a way to unite the colonies.
Recommended for ages 8-14.
Recommended for ages 8-14.
June 23, 2015
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March 22, 2016
Finished this tonight read to my 6 year old son! He loved it!
February 2, 2016
I received this book through a Goodreads giveaway.
The Lost Sword just wasn't for me. I found the introduction of so many characters all in the first chapter confusing right from the start, and unfortunately after reading further, I still couldn't keep them all straight.
However, I did like the idea of a book about space pirates, and I do think the target audience (8-12) would enjoy the plot. I can see kids finding the abundance of characters less confusing and more intriguing, especially Kid Cutler. He seemed like the type of protagonist some kids would be able to connect with easily.
Though this wasn't for me personally, I will be passing this on to my nieces and nephews and would recommend it to those with kids that like to be read to, or that like to read adventurous stories themselves.
The Lost Sword just wasn't for me. I found the introduction of so many characters all in the first chapter confusing right from the start, and unfortunately after reading further, I still couldn't keep them all straight.
However, I did like the idea of a book about space pirates, and I do think the target audience (8-12) would enjoy the plot. I can see kids finding the abundance of characters less confusing and more intriguing, especially Kid Cutler. He seemed like the type of protagonist some kids would be able to connect with easily.
Though this wasn't for me personally, I will be passing this on to my nieces and nephews and would recommend it to those with kids that like to be read to, or that like to read adventurous stories themselves.
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October 13, 2016I received a copy of this book from Bloomsbury USA Children's Books via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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