A not too lucky, not too smart, not too anything boy from New England has a summer heÕll never forget. A life or death situation puts young Michael ÒSullyÓ Sullivan in an unenviable predicament. His choice to save a life or save his home has an undeniable affect on his life and future.
When a misunderstanding between the bank and MichaelÕs mother causes the Sullivan clan to scramble for major money in a short period of time, Michael and his grandfatherÕs crew fishes for a solution. However, a tragedy at sea shows Michael that some things are more important than money. A summer on the poop deck builds character in this boy that allows him to find direction in life and be successful.