** This book is a special dyslexia friendly edition. It uses a font called 'Open Dyslexic' designed to make reading easier. It also has more spacing between the lines, and also has more pages than the standard edition. This edition is printed on cream paper to reduce glare. **

Emily and Sophie age 9, and Jack age 8, are at Blackthorn Stables, getting ready for the St. Patrick's Day parade. As they are riding their ponies back to the stables they stumble upon an ancient silver brooch, rumoured to be from the legendary Silver Serpent Schooner. This Spanish ship, laden with gold and treasure, is said to have met its watery grave centuries ago in the mysterious depths of Blackthorn Bay, Galway, Ireland. But disaster strikes when under the cloak of darkness a cunning thief steals the silver brooch. Can the Blackthorn Stables gang, along with their ponies and dog Benji outsmart the sneaky thief? And is the brooch really a key to the Silver Serpent Schooner's long lost treasure? Join Emily, Sophie, Jack and friends in this heart-pounding March adventure as they navigate clues and discover the true meaning of teamwork, courage and friendship.

This wholesome and beautifully told adventure story chapter book is perfect for children aged 6 upwards. This is the perfect children's story book and Irish themed gift for young readers, girls, boys and all who love great St. Patrick's Day stories to curl up with and enjoy.