The Sailor Cipher

Written by Trudi Trueit · Illustrated by Khadijah Khatib

Book #1 in the Explorer Academy Vela series

A sister's disappearance leads to a dangerous animal-smuggling mystery.

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208 pages· ~690L

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Sailor York's world is upended when her sister vanishes, possibly linked to a sinister animal-trafficking ring. As she navigates thrilling expeditions and competitive classes at Explorer Academy, Sailor must lead her friends through complex clues aboard the ship Vela. With the prestigious North Star Award in hand but self-doubt lingering, Sailor faces a choice: reveal her own secret to save her sister. Will she embrace her destiny or risk everything for family?

From the publisher

Sailor York and the daring recruits of Explorer Academy uncover an elusive animal-smuggling ring in the first electrifying book in this new companion series. Soon after Cruz, Sailor, Emmett, and Lani return for their second year at Explorer Academy, their sense of calm is shattered when Sailor’s older sister goes missing. Amidst incredible expeditions to far-flung destinations and competitive classes, Sailor bravely steps into the lead to discover how her sister’s sudden disappearance may be linked to an illegal and deadly animal-trafficking ring. Despite winning the prestigious North Star Award and being surrounded by close friends and teachers who she has traveled the world with, Sailor’s never felt less sure of herself. As the team faces puzzling obstacles and follows complex clues aboard the new ship, Vela, Sailor grapples with a secret of her own. Will she risk everything and choose to embrace her destiny?

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