Maritime Historical Fiction

Captain Alan Lewrie and his small squadron defeat four French frigates off northern Spain, winning honor, glory, and renown. So, why is such a successful captain suddenly without a ship, or another active commission? Why do rumors swirl that jealous foes' powerful patrons are blighting his career? Months on end ashore, even in entertaining London getting his portrait painted, put him in serious sulks. Well, the artist is the sister of one of his midshipmen, a delightful and talented young lady of a modern outlook, but not modern enough to become Lewrie's lover.

Three mismatched troop transports, lots of 29-foot barges, and an under-strength regiment of foot - a waste of Royal Navy money, a doomed experiment, or a new way to bedevil Napoleon's army in Italy? Either way, it's Capt. Sir Alan Lewrie's idea, and it seems to be working, with successful raids all along the coast of Calabria. But it depends on timely information, and Lewrie must trust Don Julio Caesare, a lord of a Sicilian criminal underworld, and his minions, or the amateur efforts of a disorganized network of Calabrian partisans.

Stephen Monroe is a young, zealous patriot, proud of his brother William, who is a distinguished captain in the Revolutionary War. The one thing Stephen can’t understand is how his brother can kill Redcoats but despise the fiery words of other revolutionaries like Thomas Paine. When Stephen meets Lieutenant William Morris, he thinks he has found someone even more patriotic than his brother. Caught between two Williams, Stephen must realize there are two wars going on, and he must choose between his brother’s or Lieutenant Morris’.

What happens when Blackbeard meets Jesse James? The most infamous pirates of the Caribbean gather aboard the Queen Anne’s Revenge. But when a violent storm tears across Nassau Harbor, Blackbeard, Anne Bonny, and Calico Jack are hurled through a mysterious vortex — into San Francisco Bay, 1873. Stranded in the Wild West, the crew must trade cutlasses for six-shooters, outwit bounty hunters, and chase treasure across a lawless new frontier. From dusty saloons to raging train heists, survival means forging uneasy alliances in a world of gunfighters and steam engines. Pirates of the Wild ...

1784. The Royal Navy, reduced to a shadow of its wartime strength, struggles to police the Mediterranean with ships spread dangerously thin. For Captain Nicholas Cruwys, newly promoted and commanding the frigate Miranda, what begins as routine assignment to a peacetime squadron becomes a deadly game of empire and betrayal. When coordinated corsair attacks begin threatening merchant shipping with unprecedented skill and European-quality weapons, Cruwys is drawn into the labyrinthine politics of the Ottoman Empire, where French gold, Spanish powder, and Turkish ambition create a web of ...

The acclaimed seven-book series chronicling the adventures of the generations of the Treegate family from the birth of the Revolutionary War through the War of 1812, ending at the Battle of New Orleans. Recommended by the Seton Home Study Guide for Grade 8 for American History. John Treegate's Musket (Book 1) An epic historical adventure that takes young readers from The Boston Massacre to the Battle of Bunker Hill. When young Peter Treegate is framed for murder while his father is away on business, Peter is forced to flee Boston on a smuggler's brig, sending him on a series of adventures ...

Liberty’s Edge Book V of the Nicholas Cruwys Series 1785. The world has changed, but not the men who must steer it. In the wake of the honours and hazards of Crescent’s Edge—his presentation before the King, his hard-won command of Miranda, and the favour of Lord Howe—Captain Nicholas Cruwys finds that peace demands a subtler courage than war. The Admiralty sends Miranda westward into the uncertain calm that follows revolution. There, amid the new commerce between Britain, America, and the islands between, Cruwys encounters the unfinished business of victory: privateers turned ...

The novel that predicted the Titanic disaster—fourteen years before it happened. Long before history recorded the tragedy of the Titanic, Morgan Robertson imagined it. First published in 1898, The Wreck of the Titan, or Futility tells the haunting story of the Titan, the largest ship ever built, hailed as unsinkable—until it strikes an iceberg in the icy North Atlantic and sinks beneath the waves. Fourteen years later, the Titanic followed the same doomed course. Now, for the first time, the Official Autograph Facsimile Edition™ restores the rare 1912 edition, bringing Robertson’s ...

She was sold into sexual slavery at age seven. By thirty-five, she commanded 80,000 pirates and negotiated with empires as an equal. In 1801, Shi Yang was property—a flower boat prostitute in Canton with no future and no hope. By 1810, she was Zheng Yi Sao, the Pirate Queen, commander of the largest criminal fleet in history. This is the true story of how one woman transformed herself from victim to victor, building an empire on the South China Sea that neither the Chinese government nor European powers could destroy. Starting with nothing but intelligence and ruthless pragmatism, Shi ...

A Mystery Book set in the United States around the Great Lakes region and Chicago during the early 20th century. Embark on an unforgettable journey through the treacherous waters of the Great Lakes and the bustling streets of early 20th century Chicago in a tale where maritime trade, personal identities, and the mysteries of human connections are intricately woven together. The book begins with a legend of an Indian drum that beats to signal shipwrecks on the northern end of Lake Michigan. In 1895, the steel freighter Crayford mysteriously vanishes, making its disappearance an enduring myth...

Shipwrecked Dreamsby Harper Stanwick, Sr. is a gripping historical fiction adventure set in the early 20th century North Pacific. Follow the perilous journey of Jimmy Farquhar, a young and ambitious second mate, as he navigates the treacherous waters of the North Pacific in search of fortune and redemption. As Jimmy embarks on a challenging voyage aboard a mail steamboat, he encounters a series of unforeseen challenges that test his resolve and courage. From battling fierce storms to confronting the harsh realities of maritime life, Jimmy's journey is fraught with danger and uncertainty. ...

The year 1809 starts out badly for Captain Alan Lewrie, Royal Navy, and his ship, HMS Sapphire. They've extracted the sick, cold survivors of Sir John Moore's army from disaster at Corunna, got hit by lightning while escorting the army to England, and suffered a shattered mainmast which may end Lewrie's active commission if a replacement can't be found or fashioned soon. Admiralty needs troopships, not slow, old Fourth Rate two-deckers, so Lewrie must beg, borrow, steal, and gild the facts most glibly if he wishes to keep her and her skilled crew together.

Set against the wild, water-laced landscape of 18th-century North Carolina, The Price of Freedom is a gripping historical epic that explores the high cost of liberty during the American Revolution. In the remote coastal county of Currituck, known as "Coratank" or the Land of the Wild Goose, the unhurried rhythms of the agricultural year are shattered by the gathering storm of rebellion. As the distant echoes of the Boston Tea Party and the shots at Lexington reach the Albemarle Sound, a diverse cast of characters is forced to navigate a world of shifting allegiances and deep-seated moral ...

Editorial Review Atmospheric Maritime Horror A chilling blend of historical mystery and psychological terror, GONE transforms the real 1900 disappearance of the Flannan Isles lighthouse keepers into a haunting work of Documented Terror. Ted Lazaris crafts relentless dread inside the lonely tower of Eilean Mor, where the sound of iron footsteps and a light that never goes dark hint at something far more disturbing than a storm at sea. The result is an unforgettable maritime horror story that lingers long after the final page. GONE A Documented Terror — The Flannan Isles Lighthouse ...

The Last Battle concludes Leonard Wibberley’s epic saga of the Treegate family during the War of 1812… Manly Treegate has become captain of the brig Wild Duck in the young United States Navy. He has orders to seize any British shipping sighted in West Indian waters—and he does so with the help of his old friend Gubu, leader of a band of pirates. Among Manly’s crew is young Peter Treegate, who often chafes under the discipline of a captain who happens to be his older brother but who is also determined to follow the family tradition of service. Meanwhile, Major Peter Treegate, uncle ...

Acadia, 1640s. On the fog‑bound coast where France and England contest a wilderness, Charles de La Tour defends a timber fort at the mouth of the Wolastoq/St. John River. At his side stand Françoise Jacquelin—newly arrived from France—and Wabanaki allies whose homelands shape every choice they make. Across the Bay of Fundy, rival governor Charles de Menou d’Aulnay raises ships and soldiers to bring Acadia under his rule. As winter hunger, shifting tides, and court intrigues close in, oaths are tested and love is forced into the line of fire. When d’Aulnay’s fleet appears off ...

When John Monroe saves a mother and daughter from the clutches of a rogue English soldier, he is thrust into a world of intrigue and espionage. It’s the height of the French and Indian War. In possession of a letter that exposes British troop movements, John must race to deceive the French before the rogue soldier can catch up to him and provide the actual intelligence the French need.

'A powerful and absorbing story of friendship and courage, bringing to life a history that should never be forgotten. I could not put this book down, even as it broke my heart.' Kelly Rimmer In 1941, country girls Minnie Hodgson and Margot McNee set sail from Perth, Australia, for Singapore in...

A historical fiction book set in Cape Cod during the early 20th century. "Whispers of Cape Cod" whisks readers away to the windswept shores of Big Wreck Cove, weaving a tale marked by resilience, redemption, and the unbreakable bonds of community. In this deeply moving saga, delve into the twilight days of Captain Ira Ball and his ever-concerned wife, Prudence. Their struggle with the ailments of old age and the pressing need for assistance is brought to life with vivid descriptions, making their world tangible. Enter Sheila Macklin, a young woman disguising herself as their lost niece. ...

A Historical Novel Set in Wapping, London, During the Late 19th Century"Along the Thames" is a historical novel set in Wapping, London, during the intriguing era of the late 19th century. This riveting narrative expertly weaves history with fictional characters to paint an engaging picture of the challenging life and times experienced by the ordinary folk of London's East End. The StorylineNarrated through the eyes of young Stephen, the plot centers around his life with his grandfather Nat Huber, a pub owner in Wapping. The story begins with Stephen recalling his idyllic past, the premature...