AJ Torres and the Treasure of Captain Grayshark

AJ Torres and the Treasure of Captain Grayshark is a swashbuckling middle grade adventure by Jose Pablo Iriarte, filled with friendship, courage, and ghost pirates. When twelve-year-old AJ and his best friend Jayden discover a gold coin washed ashore in Miami after a hurricane, they suspect it may be part of the legendary treasure of Captain Grayshark—valued in the millions. With hopes of saving AJ's family business and keeping Jayden from moving away, the boy's team up with ghost expert Andrea Wade and set off to uncover the treasure on a haunted island known as Scream Island.

Their quest quickly turns perilous as they face treacherous waters and a crew of angry ghost pirates. Along the way, they discover that the real treasure may not be gold, but the bonds they share and the courage they find within themselves. This slightly spooky, laugh-out-loud tale blends heart and humor with high-stakes adventure.