The Looting of the Ly-chee is a thrilling adventure story set in the exotic and mysterious world of the South China Sea. When a group of pirates led by the notorious Captain Blackbeard attack a Chinese merchant ship, they make off with a valuable cargo of ly-chee fruit. The Chinese government is determined to get the fruit back, and they enlist the help of a young British sailor, Jack, to help them. Jack and his crew embark on a daring mission to track down the pirates and recover the stolen ly-chee. Along the way, they face danger and adventure, as they battle storms, sea monsters, and the pirates themselves. Will Jack and his crew be able to recover the ly-chee and save the day? Or will the pirates get away with their loot? Read The Looting of the Ly-chee to find out!
By John Arthur Barry · First published 1911 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Mystery