Siblings Piet and Pippo sign on to the "Wild Minna," the pirate ship of Captain Knurrfisch. Although they are initially called "half portions," the crew soon grows fond of the two. If only it weren't for that pesky sixth pirate rule: "Women and girls are forbidden on board." What no one must know is that Pippo's real name is Pippa, and she is a girl! When rival pirates attack the "Wild Minna" and put everyone in chains, Piet and Pippa show what they're made of: they quietly climb down from the crow's nest, free the captives, and outsmart the attackers. Thus, the smallest end up being the biggest, and the sixth pirate rule must be urgently changed! Pirates hold a special fascination for children. Use this enthusiasm for an exciting, humorous, and adventurous first full-length book.