Pirate Pug: The Dog Who Rocked The Boat

The Adventures of Pug #4

by Laura James, Églantine Ceulemans (Illustrator)

Pug and Lady Miranda are going on a seaside holiday. Pug loves holidays ... he's just not sure about the sea.

But when some treasure goes missing, it's time to set sail. There's pirating to be done ... and someone will have to walk the plank!

Genres: Childrens, Animals

128 pages, Paperback

Published January 10, 2019

About the author

Laura James worked on projects including Veronica Guerin and Slumdog Millionaire before signing herself up for Bath Spa’s MA in Writing for Young People. The adventures of Pug are based on the antics of her very own adventurous dogs, Brian and Florence. Laura lives in the West Country.

Reviews

[Monica · Rating 3 out of 5]

Continua siendo algo esnob, pero es infinitamente más divertido que la entrega del perrito Cowboy. Aquí hay bastante acción, y y dentro de su contexto sumamente infantil. un desarrollo lógico con las aventuras que promete.

[Rhyllis Bignell · Rating 4 out of 5]

‘Pirate Pug’ is the fourth fun adventure for this roly-poly pet and his owner Lady Miranda. Although Pug can’t swim, they are off on a seaside, staying in the deluxe suite of the Smuggler’s Rest Hotel, Pebbly Bay. Running Footman Will and Liam are responsible for transporting the holidaymakers down to the beach in a sedan chair which comes in very handy along the way. An unfortunate accident with a beach ball, sees Pug with an eye injury and he has to wear a pirate patch.
The town of Pebbly Bay preparing for the annual parade, celebrating four hundred years of freedom from pirate rule. Lady Miranda and Pug meet the mayor who’s wearing a special memorial chain that is snatched by Rio the parrot. A chase ensues, pitting Miranda and her new friends against three mean boys who’ve been throwing stones at Rio the parrot.

Ingeniously with Liam and Will’s help the sedan chair becomes a galleon and the children are off sailing to Finders Keeper’s Island. Laura James builds the tension and drama with Pug captured by the enemy gang, a sunken ship and finally everyone needs to work together to save the day.
‘Pirate Pug’ is written in large easy to read font, with colourful and engaging illustrations adding fun to this story. Laura James explores the themes of friendship, teamwork and how to face up to your fears.

[Becky B · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pug isn't too thrilled about his trip to the beach with Lady Miranda. The water is so scary. And then he gets a beachball to the eye and she dresses him and herself up like pirates. He finds it a bit embarrassing until he sees the entire town is dressed up. It turns out that the village by the sea is celebrating freedom from a pirate. When the Mayor's special medallion is swiped, it's a race to recover it because the Mayor has promised that whoever returns it to her gets to be Mayor for the Day!

Pirates, a chase scene to a deserted island, new friends, and town bullies combine for a very exciting visit to the shore. Pug has to deal with some insecurities and fears along the way, and Lady Miranda and her new friends have to decide how to respond when some kids who bullied them are in need of help. A fun seashore adventure with little lessons along the way. And the illustrations are fun too. Hand this to dog lovers just starting chapter books, and those looking for a little adventure.

Notes on content: There are some boat troubles, but everyone ends up ok. The bullies find themselves in a bit of trouble and have a little change of heart after being rescued.

[Andrew James · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the fourth of a series of Pug adventures and it delivers again. A great paced narrative and fab illustrations make it a real favourite. Easy to read in one sitting, or by chapter, it would suit a wide range of readers. What will Pug’s next adventure be?!! Highly recommended.

[Victoria Williamson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great adventure for children to read alone or with adults. The story is fun and engaging, and the illustrations really complement the exciting plot. A highly recommended read, and one that should be in every school library.

[Kathleen Rak · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pug walks the plank in the pirate-themed adventure with Lady Miranda and the gang.

[Anna Davidson · Rating 3 out of 5]

A fun adventure story featuring Pug and his owner, Lady Miranda.

[Brian Lenehan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Delightful Story

Could not resist buying this book so like our own one eyed dog. Beautifully written and illustrated well done! Thanks

[Kayla · Rating 3 out of 5]

I didn't feel like this was quite as good as some of the other installments but still cute overall.

[Charlett Goretzka · Rating 5 out of 5]

As always I loved reading the pug adventures to my girls. Very funny and adventurous