The Pirate Doctor - by Lindsay Gizicki (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Rue, a brave and ambitious young girl, longs to sail away on adventures. One day, with the help of a magical compass, Rue comes to discover mystical stones and gems that grant her the ability to heal her pirate friends.

Join Rue on a quest to help her dear comrade, Bandana Jack, when he comes to her with a dire problem! Our courageous Rue sets sail to prove that girls have a place in any pirate story, especially as the heroine.

Review Quotes

"The Pirate Doctor by Lindsay Gizicki follows the imaginative adventures of a young seafaring girl named Rue. After receiving a compass as a gift, Rue gathers up mystical remedies to treat pirate ailments and becomes a pirate doctor. When one buccaneer arrives with a problem that can only be healed with a special stone, Rue hops on her ship to find one. After encountering plenty of strange sea creatures, Rue completes her quest and is acclaimed by her pirate patients as a wonderful doctor. Told in rhyme and with beautiful illustrations by Eleonora Petrova, this book is a perfect bedtime picture book. There is much to love about The Pirate Doctor! I was delighted to see a little girl fulfilling her dreams to be both a doctor and a pirate, especially as a pirate fan and former little girl myself. The pictures throughout the story did a fantastic job of enchanting me as the reader. Petrova has an art style that showcases the delight and innocence of childhood, with focused images that brought me into the story and creative additions that make the pieces pop in a way that kids are going to adore. I love the colorful language that Lindsay Gizicki chooses, which can help children begin to understand words such as "treacherous" and "concoction." On the flip side, the book may be better suited to a more seasoned reader rather than a beginner. This is the perfect gift to add to any pirate-loving child's collection!" - Savannah Aldridge, Readers' Favorite

"It would be impossible not to fall in love with this book. The author's gift for rhyming and storytelling is remarkable. Coupled with an exciting pirate tale, the story is sure to be a favourite among children. The main character, Rue, is a strong female protagonist who possesses many admirable qualities. She displays confidence, an adventurous spirit, and selflessness in her willingness to help others. Her character makes her a great role model for young girls. And, the illustrations are equally spectacular, complementing the text and creating a rich and detailed world for readers to enjoy. It really is a must-read, a quest that will transport readers to an exciting new world that they will want to revisit again and again." - Louise Jane, CEO The Golden Wizard Book Prize