Name: Pentagon Pirate Gang & the Poisoned Apple
Brand: Austin Macauley Publishers
SKU: 9781037120787
Price: 9.99 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (16 reviews)
Author: J W Nelson

Want to know what has happened to the five students known as the Pentagon Pirate Gang?

Following their frantic and life-turning adventure at the School Fruit Teaching, in the Secrets of the Orchard, the five students from Fig House lay ghostly white in the school infirmary after being maliciously poisoned. Two of them recover only to be led into another perilous escapade to find the remedy to cure the remaining three, which lies in the second orchard.

As their dangerous, filled journey continues, they learn shocking new truths about Mr Thornby, the deputy head. Back in the school, tensions mount between the teachers, Amie and her best friend Gramon, with far-reaching consequences, whilst the school’s governing body is called in to question the headmistress, one of whom happens to be Gramon’s mother, whom she hasn’t seen for six months.

Will they all recover and survive what Mrs Blackfruit has planned for them?

J W Nelson was born in Birmingham, England.

He has enjoyed writing since he was ten years old and his stories were often read out to the class in English at school. Since then, he has continued to write for the enjoyment of it, whether it was lyrics for songs or poems. He attempts to dedicate time to continue writing, whilst having a busy home life (married with two teen children).

Writing is a long-time passion leading to several self-published books: Poems for the Festive Season, an adult rom-com titled Company of Fools, and the first book in the mid-grade/YA series, Pentagon Pirate Gang: The Secret of the Orchard. He also has a couple of poetry-based younger children picture books in the works.

Outside his demanding job as a software sales manager, he carries out the role of being a father and husband, he partakes in partner dancing (ballroom/Salsa), DJing, trying to keep fit, and operates as a qualified football coach.

Customer Reviews

5.0

16 reviews

James T.

It keeps you on the edge of your seat for the duration of your read. It's clear from page one that here an experienced writer is at work.
Leanna Bailey

Awesome read. It is an splendid story that I have loved reading. I cannot wait to read the rest. I highly suggest this story to everyone.
Kevin Flowers

Picked this up after finishing the first book, and it did not disappoint. J.W. Nelson keeps the stakes high while keeping all the humor and heart of the gang intact. A quick, super entertaining mystery that kids and parents reading along) will really enjoy!
Roy Jansen

Sequels can be tricky, but this one definitely delivered. The Poisoned Apple picks up the energy right away with the group dynamic really shining through. The mystery kept me guessing, and the story has a nice balance of fun and suspense. Definitely a great addition to the series.
Chris Jager

Flew through this in two sittings! J.W. Nelson does a great job keeping the intrigue high while making the story easy and enjoyable to follow. Great pacing, solid twists, and a really fun ending. Definitely a worthy sequel for middle-grade mystery readers.
Liz Burke

A fantastic follow-up in the series. What really stood out to me in The Poisoned Apple was the teamwork, each kid in the gang brings their own strengths to solving the clues, and watching them put the puzzle pieces together was super satisfying. The plot moves quickly and keeps you guessing. Highly recommend if you loved the first book!
Jessica Sier

Loved how fast-paced this one was! The whole mystery surrounding the "poisoned apple" had me hooked right from the opening chapters. The kids have such a great group dynamic, and their banter feels really natural. A super fun, lighthearted mystery with just enough suspense to keep you turning pages. Perfect for young adventure fans!
Nicholas Cullen

A really fun follow-up to book one! The Pentagon Pirate Gang is back, and the pacing in The Poisoned Apple moves fast right from the start. Loved seeing how the kids team up to figure out the clues. Great read for middle-grade mystery fans!