Almost Home

by M.C. Helldorfer, Cheryl Harness (Illustrator)

While spending her summer vacation on the island of Ships Light with her previously unknown grandfather, Jessica Laird and her islander friend, Carmen, are drawn into the unsolved mystery of pirate Wishbone Jack and disturbing family secrets

211 pages, Library Binding

First published September 1, 1987

About the author

Mary-Claire Helldorfer has written numerous books for children and young adults. She lives in Baltimore, MD.

She also writes under the pseudonym of Elizabeth Chandler.

Reviews

[MaryB. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found Jessie to be an endearing character. Rooting for things to go well for her in a somewhat difficult situation. Lighthouses are often intriguing settings. Magic potions, Tarot cards, old mysteries.