Jenifer Cotes's dream has come true – she's become the captain of a pirate ship! Now the young captain and her crew must set sail for Mad Patrick's Island and search for the treasure of the Crow-Ear. However, surprises await the 'Nightmare' at every turn: the ship is captured by rival pirates, tormented by a force-ten storm, or sucked into a whirlpool... And Mad Patrick's Island itself is no picnic either: it's ruled by savage cat-eaters and a raging volcano. What's more, a mutiny is brewing on the ship, and the rookie captain could be in serious trouble! Dangers abound for Jen, but the little girl has no intention of giving up. After all, the treasure of the Crow-Ear, amazing discoveries, and new friends await her!