An action packed novella about a young girl who discovers links to a past time and place which she cannot ignore. Through the mystery of a pocket watch that belonged to her ancestor the Pyrate Queen herself, Grace O'Malley, Anastasia Adderely finds herself travelling between two worlds. From the safety of 'Pemberton Lodge', her home in Port Adelaide Australia, to the eerie confines of the ghost ship 'The Maid of Roscommon' where old souls still roam the high seas, Anastasia finds a courage and determination to change history. Thus begins a journey of time, place and relationships that will change not only her life, but those of her trusted companions James who saved her from certain peril, and Lucy- an Irish potato famine orphan transported to Australia who found herself entrusted to Anastasia's care. As they battle the evil Fuchine Dubaltach they find a strength that is uncommon, and a determination that only the young can know.