This is the third book featuring Hairy Mole and his bold pirate crew: Belch Pickle, the twins, Crevice and Pitt, Guff and Mr. Bogey, the first mate who has a cricket bat for a leg. This time Hairy Mole has a serious job to do.

His younger cousin Furry Mole has got himself into a spot of bother, and Hairy and his crew must find a way to save Furry. So there's no time for fun and games! No time to learn the rules of cock-roach football, or to lose at poker to T-towel the cat. This is serious.

It involves three time hags (eager to turn into big-time witches), secret tunnels, precious gems, kings and real pirate goings on. This is a compelling, laugh out loud story that is an essential for children familiar with the first two "Hairy Mole" books.