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The Coming Storm (Pirates of the Caribbean: Jack Sparrow #1)
This swaggering, stand-alone addition to the Pirates of the Caribbean series recounts the story of Jack Sparrow, a teenage stowaway on an adult mission. Jack has assembled a motley crew of adventurers to locate and seize the legendary Sword of Cort�s. This scenario sounds feasible until the treasure hunters run into heavy storms and bloodthirsty pirates.
Paperback, 135 pages
Published
June 1st 2006
by Random House Disney
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The Coming Storm is a quick read, and fun. As a self-appointed Captain Jack Sparrow expert and enthusiast, I'm rather picky about folks getting him right. Rob Kidd does an admirable job here, capturing Captain Jack's voice and mannerisms so well that I actually pictured a 21 Jump Street-era Johnny Depp acting them out. The book is very clearly part of a series, and while it could stand alone, there's no reason you'd want it to. It has its own arc and ties in with a larger storyline as well. ...more
This book is basically about when Captain Jack Sparrow was a young reckless teenager. It starts off with him going into the craziest bar for pirates ever: Tortuga. He was looking for his stolen satchel, and he thinks he finds it with one of the most dangerous pirates ever, Captain Torrents. Unfortunatley, Jack didn't know about the notorius pirate, and Torrents caught him stealing. Jack makes a narrow escape as he loses Torrents in a giant brawl. Arabella, the barmaid, pulls him out o...more
This is the first book in a lengthy series of adolescent adventure novels about the youth of the infamous Captain Jack Sparrow of the Pirates of the Caribbean Movie montage. The author writes with his young want-to-be swashbucklers in mind as he uses this book to introduce Jack and his crew of desperadoes that are fleeing their own complicated childhoods.
Rob Kidd skillfully uses a hook at the end of each chapter to draw his young audience into the next chapter to whet their desire t...more
Rob Kidd skillfully uses a hook at the end of each chapter to draw his young audience into the next chapter to whet their desire t...more
Knowing that I was in for a struggle trying to keep my five-year-old, Buster, interested in being read to for 20 minutes a day this summer, we headed off to get him a few books that might hold his attention. I was pleased to see that a newish line of books about a teenage Jack Sparrow were available, so I got him the first in the series: Jack Sparrow: The Coming Storm by Rob Kidd.
::: Becoming a Captain :::
Jack Sparrow: The Coming Storm introduces us to Jack before he's the dr...more
::: Becoming a Captain :::
Jack Sparrow: The Coming Storm introduces us to Jack before he's the dr...more
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Pirates of the Caribbean” was very interesting because it tells about a lot of fun things and it tells about pirates and how there life might be in the sea or any where you might want to know about and can proudly answer you some questions you might have about pirates.
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These are a couple of things you should know about “PIRATES OF CARIBBEAN” JACK SPARROW . First this book is good for everybody including little people to read books of cour...more
SUMMARY
These are a couple of things you should know about “PIRATES OF CARIBBEAN” JACK SPARROW . First this book is good for everybody including little people to read books of cour...more
This is the first book in a new series for young readers about the teenage years of Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean, when he first became a pirate and went off in search of treasure.
Teenage Arabella lives a dreary life in Tortuga. Her mother was kidnapped by pirates, her father is always drinking, and she spends her days working in her father's tavern. The only bright spot in serving drinks to the pirates is that she can listen to their stories of adventure and treasure h...more
Teenage Arabella lives a dreary life in Tortuga. Her mother was kidnapped by pirates, her father is always drinking, and she spends her days working in her father's tavern. The only bright spot in serving drinks to the pirates is that she can listen to their stories of adventure and treasure h...more
We are All Pirates, All the Time in my household, but there isn't a lot that's appropriate for an 8-year-old. This is the first novelization of Jack Sparrow's adventures as a boy (whose age is carefully undisclosed). The story dives right in. Jack is already out on his own, gathering a crew to seek magical pirate treasures. Plenty of buckles get swashed. Allegiances change. Everybody gets to sword fight. This was fun. We are looking forward to reading more in the series.
This book is based on the early life of Jack Sparrow the character from the Pirates of the Carribean movies. It is the first book in the series, and captures your attention. It is a very easy read, and also contains some pictures. It is a good book for early chapter book readers, but kept me (as an adult reader) very entertained. The book even contains some history about Hernando Cortes. I look forward to reading more books in the series.
The Jack Sparrow in this story is a bit different from the Jack Sparrow in the Pirates Of The Caribbean movies. He seems a lot kinder and a lot calmer. It's an interesting change. The Jack Sparrow in this book is much more child friendly. This book has an interesting plot. It's a lot more interesting than I had expected. I will definitely be reading the next book in the series to see what happens next.
This seems to be a fun little series. It's the story of Jack Sparrow as a young man, before he was the famous pirate we all know him to be today. Nothing spectacular, but a fun little book. As a huge Pirates fan, I enjoy the few subtle references to the movies and his character. I'll have to keep an eye out for more in later books.
The way they tie in Jacks life with the movies is really cool! Apparently he has always has an affinity for fancy hats...
(dew) If u love the Pirate Of The Caribbean movies u will love this book. It is adventurous and fun to read! :)
this book is the start of a long series and describes jacks life and the start of his adventure.
Pirates, stereotypes, trying-to-be-funny. Adventures and pretty easy reading. As a librarian I hope it does the trick.
Pirates, pirates, and more pirates. Which should be cool... but ends up being a bit dull.
Full of adventure but the verbiage would be difficult for early readers.
Steph
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Has the spirit of poc, but I was hoping for a little better quality.
A very fast good read.
Shannan
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i loved this cunning action.
intresting book.
I liked it it was pretty funny short but good want to buy the rest of them so I can finish the story.
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This is the first in the series that goes back in time and shows how Jack became the pirate we all know. The story follows Jack as he gains friends, Anabelle & Fritwilliam, and searches for the Sword of Cortes and untold treasure. It's a nice story but it seems as if the main character, Jack, doesn't have as much focus as all the other characters. If you're interested in pirates, then you'll enjoy this book. I was a little disappointed but it was a okay read.
this book is about pirates. (in fact, it is about jack sparrow in his teen years from pirates of the caribbean) jack goes on a quest to find the Sword of Cortez. it is believed that when the Sword and sheath are united, it will give you amazing powers. on the way, he befriends a girl named Arabella and a boy named Fitzwilliam. (jack calls him Fitzy) this is a sorta funny and sorta adventurous book. i recommend it to those who like a VERY,VERY,VERY easy read.
This was actually really enjoyable! Not sure if Rob Kidd originated the story or if Disney just had him ghostwrite it, but he obviously is a fan of the movies, because the tone and pacing of the story and Jack's character is flawless.
I picked this book up at a fundraiser auction thinking it might be interesting and I'm glad I did. I look forward to buying the other books in the series!
I picked this book up at a fundraiser auction thinking it might be interesting and I'm glad I did. I look forward to buying the other books in the series!
okay it's a book for kids, but I often read books for kids so that's nothing new in my bookshelf ;) I liked this first part and I'm looking forward to read the next one. It's funny and whatelse should I say... typical Jack Sparrow =) People who don't like books for kids should watch the movies instead, because it may be a little bit boring for them.
This book really has an adventure in it.
A pretty good book. I didn't think I'd like it at first, but I'm kind of getting into it! Most books start really boring, but in this one, there is a big, exciting fight in the beginning! I recommend it to all young readers who love pirates!
Jack Sparrow is a great book. It is about how Captain Jack Sparrow became a captain and how he got is crew.It is Jack Sparrow when he is a Teenager. It was a good book.
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Good fun for those seeking adventure on the high seas. The quirky and loveable Jack Sparrow is as enjoyable as he was in the movies.
IT'S ABOUT PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN SO I <33333333333333333333333333 IT! even if i haven't read it...
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“Mr. Sparrow, you will accompany these fine men to the helm and provide us with the bearing to Isla de Muerta. You will then spend the remainder of the voyage contemplating all possible meanings of the phrase 'silent as the grave'. Do I make myself clear?”
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