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Bloody Jack (Bloody Jack, #1)

L.A. Meyer
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Bloody Jack (Bloody Jack, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2010

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L.A. Meyer

Bloody Jack (Bloody Jack, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 1790s

Publication Year

2010

Recommended Reading Age

12-17 years

Lexile Level

1120L

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Super Short Summary

L.A. Meyer's Bloody Jack follows a young girl who disguises herself as a boy to join a British man-of-war ship. Set in the early 19th century, she navigates the challenges of naval life while keeping her true identity hidden. Themes include adventure, survival, and identity. It's the first book in the Bloody Jack Adventures series.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

27,678 ratings

78%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Bloody Jack offers an adventurous and engaging story with a strong female protagonist, Jacky Faber. Reviewers appreciate the vivid historical setting and Jacky’s vibrant, resourceful character. However, some criticism points to a predictable plot and occasional anachronisms. Overall, it remains a beloved read for fans of YA historical fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Bloody Jack (Bloody Jack, #1)?

An adventurous reader aged 12-16 would enjoy Bloody Jack by L.A. Meyer. Fans of Pirates! by Celia Rees or Pirates of the Caribbean will relish this tale of an orphan girl disguising herself as a boy to join a pirate ship. Enthusiasts of historical settings mixed with daring exploits will find it particularly captivating.

4.4

27,678 ratings

78%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 1790s

Publication Year

2010

Recommended Reading Age

12-17 years

Lexile Level

1120L

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