This turbulent story by bestselling author Cornelia Funke features good-natured sea lions, cunning pirates, and incredible treasures, making it suitable for both big and small children. It is fully illustrated in color by Kerstin Meyer. "Colorful perch and humpback salmon!" The hefty Sven and his cabin boy Pit can't believe their eyes when one evening a barrel washes up at their feet on the beach, and from it a small pig greets them with a friendly grunt. But this is no ordinary pig! Jule's favorite food is beach worms with seaweed, and she has the wonderful ability to find treasures. Jule is a pirate pig! Of course, this secret doesn't stay hidden for long. And when Jule is kidnapped, Pit and Sven must confront a gang of wild pirates to get their pig back.