A Pirate's Purse and a Rattlesnake's Prayer

This two part saga begins with a vengeful seaman, aboard the HMS Jewel, who incites a mutiny and transforms himself int an evil pirate who rages across the seas as Captain Joe Hickey Pyrite. For five bloody years, he achieves his goals through murder and mayhem before his abrupt demise. In a surprise connection, the story picks up again, 200 years later, with a total shift to a peaceful setting, talking animals, a ghost story and an intriguing mystery. It is brought to life and enhanced by a collection of beautiful illustrations which stir the imagination. Spiritual principals are embodied in this tale of love, unity and acceptance. The enlightened characters learn to overcome problems, prejudices and dangerous situations through their belief and trust in God. Replete with faith and fun, it is a delight to read at any age.

This two part saga begins with a vengeful seaman, abroad the MS Jewel, who incites a mutiny and transforms himself into an evil pirate who rages across the seas as Captain Joe Hickey Pyrite. For five bloody years, he achieves his goals through murder and mayhem before his abrupt demise. In a surprise connection, the story picks up again 200 years later with a total shift to a peaceful farm setting, talking animals, a ghost story and an intriguing mystery. It is brought to life and enhanced by a collection of beautiful illustrations which stir the imagination. Spiritual principals are embodied in this tale of love, unity and acceptance. The enlightened characters learn to overcome problems, prejudices and dangerous situations through belief and trust in God. Replete with faith and fun, it is a delight to read at any age.

Janie is a student of the Bible and a graduate of Towson University, Towson, Maryland. She resides with her husband, Bill, in North Carolina where she also paints and writes. Her goal is to express God'd love and presence in our everyday lives through her stories, poems, and paintings.