How To Be a Pirate

Ahoy, mateys! The second book in this thrilling series is definitely darker than the first, but it’s just as entertaining! Hiccup and his crew embark on an adventurous quest after discovering a man sent to sea in a coffin for thievery. They follow a treasure map that leads them to an island shaped like a skull, where venomous dragons guard the treasure they seek.

We listened to the audiobook narrated by the talented David Tennant. His voice brings the characters to life in a way that makes the story even more engaging!

Important note: We did not finish the third book in this series. Check the note below for more information.

Summary:

Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III is a Viking hero—dashing, brave, and oh-so-clever! But even the mightiest heroes have to start somewhere. In this rip-roaring adventure, he recounts his early days when he still had a lot to learn about swordfights, shipwrecks, and those pesky homicidal dragons. It’s a wild ride filled with laughter and lessons!

If You Like...

If you enjoy tales of adventure, you might also like:

• How To Train Your Dragon

• Vikings and Dragons

• Pirates

• Humor

• Animal companions with their own personalities

• Engaging Middle Grade Reads

  
  

Possibly Concerning Content (Spoilers ahead!)

• Language: None

  
  

• Violence: A baby dragon meets a grim fate. The insides of a dragon's stomach are described in detail. The tribe of outcasts threatens to sell our heroes into slavery and eat their leader! Plus, those venomous dragons? They’re creepy with no eyes or ears!

  
  

• Smut: None

  
  

• Religion: Hiccup's grandfather is a Soothsayer who practices fortune-telling. The Vikings worship Norse gods, adding a touch of mythology to the tale.

  
  

• Magic: None.

  
  

• Other: Snotlout is still a bully, causing trouble for our heroes.

  
  

Important Note About Book 3

We didn’t finish the third book (How to Speak Dragonese). It made us uncomfortable due to the Romans who eat baby dragons alive and cook others. There’s also a dragon claiming to be a 'living god' that can be summoned by saying his name. Because of this, we decided to DNF (Did Not Finish).

Important Note About Book 3

We did not finish the third book (How to Speak Dragonese). We were uncomfortable with the Romans in the book who ate baby dragons alive and cooked and ate other dragons as well as the appearance of a dragon that claimed to be a 'living god' that could be summoned by saying his name. As a result, we DNF.

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Final Thoughts

In conclusion, How To Be a Pirate is a delightful adventure that keeps you on your toes! It’s packed with excitement, humor, and a sprinkle of Viking mythology. I highly recommend it for anyone who loves a good story filled with dragons, treasure, and friendship! So, what are you waiting for? Dive into this book and join Hiccup on his thrilling journey!