Book description
How to Be a Pirate - A New Chapter in the Hiccup Saga
If you've ever dreamed of setting sail on a swashbuckling adventure, How to Be a Pirate invites you aboard alongside Hiccup and his fearless friends. Cressida Cowell continues her masterful blend of humor, heart, and high-stakes excitement that has made the How to Train Your Dragon series a global phenomenon.
From the very first page, the story hooks you with a mysterious coffin discovered at sea-a riddle that promises treasure and a connection to Hiccup's legendary ancestor, Grimbeard the Ghastly. Cowell turns this simple plot hook into a whirlwind quest: mastering swordfighting, escaping a dragon-infested island, outmaneuvering Viking pirates, and navigating every twist that keeps readers on their toes.
What sets this book apart is how it balances action with wit. Hiccup's quick thinking and the crew's camaraderie shine against a backdrop of vivid illustrations that capture both the perilous beauty of dragonland and the absurdity of pirate antics. The humor feels fresh, never cheap, and it lands perfectly for readers of all ages.
Cowell's prose remains accessible yet evocative-no convoluted turns, just crisp sentences that carry you forward. She deftly deepens character arcs: Hiccup grows more confident in leadership, while new companions bring their own quirks to the crew. The stakes feel real; the danger is tangible, but so is the underlying message of friendship and courage.
For long-time fans, this book feels like a natural progression-an exciting expansion that keeps the beloved world alive. For newcomers, it's an easy entry point: the adventure begins in earnest right away, with enough context to understand Hiccup's past without getting lost in backstory.
In sum, How to Be a Pirate is a spirited, action-packed continuation of the series that reminds us why we fell in love with dragons and daring pirates in the first place. It's a book you'll want to read aloud, share with friends, and reread whenever you need a reminder that bravery-and a good laugh-can conquer even the most treacherous seas.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
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Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience