alisonalisonalison's review
5.0
4.5 stars. So good! I loved this exciting novella. It's a gripping and vivid adventure in a small, lively package. The writing is superb and full of wonderfully rich detail. The characters are engaging and vibrant. This was really great and I wish there was more. It's complete, but I want to know what happens next! Alex Beecroft's seafaring historicals are all so fantastic and I have loved them all.
asphaltcowgrrl's review
4.0
I adore a story about forbidden love and/or the star-crossed-lovers theme. This novella brings these to life brilliantly. The pair of lovers are total opposites and yet, they fit together so well that you're sometimes surprised. Well-written and set in an era that I'm not normally drawn to, this story of Conrad's quest to save Tom from the unjust laws of their day will bring a smile to your face.
lillian_francis's review
5.0
Seriously what can I say but...wow. I love a well researched book and this was that and more. I can only assume Ms. Beecroft is a traveler from another time transported here with not just knowledge but the experience of living in those conditions. I could practically feel the tang of the salt in the air and the spray against my cheek.
My only complaint would be that I wanted more. A sequel of their time as pirates would make my day.
My only complaint would be that I wanted more. A sequel of their time as pirates would make my day.
olive2read's review
3.0
Hmmmm. Prolly great if you’re a fan of the grand romantic gesture but those tend to leave me a bit tepid so ... *shrug*
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