Rackham 1720
“The seaside town of St Augustine is haunted, everyone knows that.”
For fifteen-year-old Jack Rackham, a descendant of the notorious pirate Calico Jack, it was supposed to be a relaxing summer of great surfing, exploring the Ancient City and adventures on his very own boat, Bad Latitude. His discovery of a three hundred year old diary changed all of that.
When the secrets of the old book are unraveled, Jack enlists the help of his best friend Kai, and together, they begin the dangerous search for the hidden fortune buried beneath the abandoned burial grounds of Rattlesnake Island. Digging under the light of the full moon, the boys are unaware that a terrifying menace waits in the darkness, determined to prevent their escape. Supernatural guardians of the island are clawing and dragging their way through the snake-infested marsh grass, surrounding the pair, working to create a deadly ambush, while offshore lurks a mysterious ship, shrouded in an eerie green fog, flying the flag of the long dead Calico Jack Rackham.
Before daybreak, Jack and Kai will face a desperate struggle for survival, ultimately choosing between unimaginable wealth and friendship.
Will they put their own lives on the line to save one another from the evil that stalks their every move, or will the promise of great riches lead to tragedy and despair?
Meet the Crew
Three fearless friends. Countless adventures. One unforgettable journey.
The Characters
Jack Rackham
Age: 16, Height: 6’1″ | Role: Leader, Strategist, Fearless Explorer
“Brave, loyal, and always ready for the next adventure. Jack leads with heart and thinks three steps ahead. Nothing gets by him.”
Kai Mattison
Age: 16, Height: 5’11” | Role: Surfer, Joker, Mechanic
“Quick wit, big heart, and always has a plan (or at least a joke). Kai keeps spirits high and engines running. Loyal to the core.”
Valerie “Val”
Age: 16, Height: 5’3″ | Role: Surfer, Realist, Protector
“Cautious, smart, and always watches their backs. Val thinks things through before the leap — but when she jumps, she goes all in. She taught Rachel to surf.”
Nan
Age: Late 50s, Height: 5’9″ | Role: Wife, Mother Figure, Protector, Heart of the Family
“Elegant, warm, and endlessly loving. Fiercely protective and fearless when it comes to her family. The anchor that holds them all.”
Pop
Age: 60s | Role: Jack’s grandfather, Owner of the Rackham Estate
Wise, weathered, and full of stories. Pop knows more about the Rackham legacy than he lets on.
Read a Sample Chapter
Sample chapter coming soon — check back shortly for a taste of Jack and Kai’s first adventure in St. Augustine.
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Scenes from the Story
St. Augustine — Where Bad Latitude Comes To Life
America’s oldest city. Jack Rackham’s backyard.
