Review - Raiders Ransom, Emily Diamand

 Summary:
It's the 23rd century, and much of England - what once was England - is underwater. Poor Lilly is out fishing with her trusty first mate, Cat, when greedy raiders pillage the town - and kidnap the Prime Minister's daughter. Her village blamed, Lilly decides to find the girl. Off she sails, in secret. And with a ransom; a mysterious talking jewel. If she saves the Prime Minister's daughter, she might just stop a war. Little does Lilly know that it will take more than grit to outwit the tricky, treacherous pirate tribes!

Review:
This book is good for ages 9 and up.
I love this book because it's very exciting and unique. Emily Diamand certainly worked hard on this book. It sounds a little like the movie Mulan. In the beginning of the book, Lilly cuts her hair so she looks like a boy. She then sets off with Cat and the talking diamond. Also, her granny was killed by the bandits who stole the Prime Minister's daughter. She wants to save the Prime Minister's daughter because all the men were taken to  war against the bandits. Those men included her best friend Andy, he's her age.
This book is stock full of excitement, adventure, friendship, loyalty, and the talking diamond!

Rating:
10/10

P.S.- I just found out that there is a second book too! It's called Flood and Fire, I'll review it ASAP.