Pirate Queen

Grania O?Malley was born with the mark of a sailor and the light of the sea in her eye. As she grew, tales of her courage and heroic deeds traveled across Ireland. But when she came up against a ruthless governor, even fearless Grania was stymied. So she turns to a woman more powerful than she in this heart-stopping tale that?s as big as the Irish Sea.?McCully writes with great flair and her sweeping watercolors capitalize on the historical drama?.What a woman, what a tale.? ? Publishers Weekly, starred review?McCully introduces a 16th-century heroine who will offer educators an alternative to what is traditionally presented as a male ?occupation.?? ? School Library Journal, starred review?Children intrigued by pirates will enjoy McCully?s unusual picture book, which offers some insight into the history behind the legend and illuminates more than the life of Grania O?Malley.? ? BooklistEmily Arnold McCully lives in New York City and Chatham, New York.