Black Duck

In spring 1929, during the height of Prohibition, Ruben and Jeddy stumble upon a dead body in an evening suit along the shore, triggering a series of events tied to local smuggling operations. As they become embroiled in the underworld, rival bootlegging gangs suspect them of seizing something vital from the corpse. Their adventures intensify when Ruben encounters the fearless captain of the notorious smuggling vessel, the Black Duck. Inspired by true events, Newbery Honor winner Janet Taylor Lisle crafts a vivid tale of intrigue and danger set against the backdrop of New England's rum-running history.