Historical Fiction Caribbean

Key West Wind by Donald Elton A lost treasure. A stormy past. A secret that could change the world. When traveling cardiologist Roger Jackson and his partner nurse Isabel Melendez accept short-term assignments in sun-soaked Key West, they expect a laid-back escape from the chaos of Miami hospitals. But their medical sabbatical soon takes a turn when an unexpected discovery beneath the sea links them to a centuries-old mystery—and to powers that still echo across time. Set against the colorful backdrop of modern-day Key West and the historic tragedy of the 1622 Spanish treasure fleet, Key ...

In this acclaimed classic novel, James A. Michener sweeps readers off to the Caribbean, bringing to life the eternal allure and tumultuous history of this glittering string of islands. From the 1310 conquest of the Arawaks by cannibals to the decline of the Mayan empire, from Columbus’s...

The story tells of the making of the very first ball of fire. Trinidad wavers between the British and the French and SouCou is a slave, stolen from her beloved homeland. Born a Sharman in Africa she is a prized possession because of her talents, she finds love then heart break but through it all she wants her daughter to be free. She refuses to believe that her new owner Governor Yant will keep any of his promises and instead bargains with the God of Fire, Shango to grant her, her heart’s desire in exchange for her very soul ... but SouCou’s rage is so powerful that she does not die, ...

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 ...

Jane Eyre es una niña huérfana que se ha educado en un orfanato, su inteligencia y su afán por aprender consiguen apartarla del mundo de su infancia. Al llegar a los dieciocho años abandona la institución y comienza a trabajar como institutriz, para educar a la hija del señor Rochester. Poco a poco, el amor irá tejiendo su red entre ellos, pero la casa y la vida de Rochester guardan un estremecedor y terrible misterio.

Ever since Colin Firth's Mr Darcy emerged from the lake in the BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, the novels of Jane Austen have become more popular than ever, delighting millions of fans all over the world. Now, Alison Larkin's critically acclaimed narrations of Austen's six completed novels are brought together in this very special 200th anniversary audio edition. "Alison Larkin's narration will captivate listeners from the first sentence" raves AudioFile magazine about the Earphones Award-winning recording of Sense and Sensibility, which starts the collection.

In the tense days leading up to the American Revolution, Jack Horner faces his most harrowing challenge yet. When a trusted shipmate is captured by the British Navy, Jack must navigate a treacherous path through enemy-infested waters and shadowy smugglers' coves. With his loyal friend Matsumoko at his side, Jack embarks on a daring quest to rescue a shipmate and outwit the ruthless Lieutenant Brusby. As secrets unravel and alliances are tested, the high seas become a battleground for courage and cunning. Jack must confront his own demons and rely on his wits to outmaneuver foes both old and...

The story is set in the Ptolemaic era of ancient Egyptian history and revolves around the survival of a dynasty bloodline protected by the priesthood of Isis. The main character, Harmachis (the living descendant of this bloodline), is charged by the priesthood with overthrowing the supposed impostor - Cleopatra - driving out the Romans, and restoring Egypt to its golden era.

He left home as a boy, Now, he is becoming a man. Forced from his home after the tragic death of his parents, Jack Horner is now a pressed man in the service of the Royal Navy. While captain and crew are focused on hunting an elusive rogue privateer, Jack is forced to learn the ropes and navigate life aboard a king's ship. Though he grows accustomed to the hardships of sea life, he never forgets the cold night in Boston that robbed him of everything he held dear. Hard winds and high seas shape the boy into a man of the sea. From the drudgery and toil of the gun decks, to the dangerous glory...

What can one Taino boy do against a man determined to conquer an empire?Horses, sailing ships, Mayans and conquistadors... Unbroken has been hailed as “a great read for all ages!” Felipe Ferrer's young life is turned upside down when Hernan Cortes rides into the Ferrer stable yard. Cortes, planning his expedition to Mexico, is in desperate need of horses. When Felipe’s father refuses to sell his prize stallion, Majesty, Cortes cheats him out of the horse and sends Ferrer to prison. To save Felipe from the same fate his father arranges for the boy to go along with Cortes as Majesty’s...

The four Grace sisters love their quiet life in the country village of Chevis Green. To some, their insular world might seem dull, but the sisters never seem to run out of conversation, jokes, and pleasant ways to pass the time together. They truly are the happiest of families. That is, until Aunt Rona comes to town. Rona intends to stay with the Graces indefinitely, and her meddlesome attitude immediately sets the sisters' teeth on edge. Throw in another unexpected houseguest, some potential suitors and a case of mistaken intentions, and the members of the Grace family suddenly find themselves quite out of their element.

The delightful Miss Marple is ensnared in A Caribbean Mystery when a retired military man sparks her curiosity with a photograph and a strange story of a murderer As Miss Marple sat basking in the Caribbean sunshine, she felt mildly discontented with life. True, the warmth eased her rheumatism...

Starring an unforgettably fierce ninety-nine-year-old Jamaican heroine, this “profound and beautiful novel” transports readers to the heart of rural Jamaica with a tender and urgent story about who owns the land on which our identities are forged (Julia Alvarez). When the stones of her house...

Celtic mythology, Arthurian romance, and an intriguing interpretation of British history - these are just some of the themes embraced by the anonymous authors of the eleven tales that make up the Welsh medieval masterpiece known as The Mabinogion. They tell of Gwydion the shape-shifter, who can create a woman out of flowers; of Math the magician whose feet must lie in the lap of a virgin; of hanging a pregnant mouse and hunting a magical boar.

At the height of World War II, the British Air Transport Auxiliary need help. A group of young women volunteer for action, but the perils of their new job don’t end on the tarmac. Things are tough in the air, but on the ground their abilities as pilots are constantly questioned. There is friction from the start between the new recruits. Spirited American Lizzie turns heads with her audacity, but few can deny her flying skills. She couldn’t be more different from shy, petite Ruby, who is far from diminutive in the sky. It falls to pragmatic pilot May to bring the women together.

Foul winds and raging waves. Jack Horner has faced the trials of the sea and the turmoil of battle, but his greatest challenge lies ahead. With the British tightening their grip on the colonies, Jack and his crew must navigate treacherous waters and outwit a cunning adversary. The stakes have never been higher, and every decision could mean the difference between victory and defeat. A hero’s journey continues, and the winds of destiny lead him home. From the blood-soaked decks of battle to the warm bonds of brotherhood, Jack’s journey is fraught with peril and discovery. As he grapples ...

“Newman WRITES with a FLAMETHROWER.” — Timothy Hallinan “Newman is the strange new NORMAL.” — Sliced Magazine “WITNESS the flowering of increasingly evil acts.” — Alasdair McLeod “Newman is still capable of throwing flames.” — People, Things, and Literature “Newman’s prose is a bombardment.” — The Nation “It’s bright lights and dark shadows... certainly not for the fainthearted.” — Paul Brazill London, 1701. On the day Captain Kidd is executed for piracy, young street thieves Johnny and Rake stumble upon a map said to lead to Kidd’s hidden treasure....

War is coming. The first blood has been spilled. Jack Horner has always dreamed of an adventure filled life. He spends his afternoons in the Boston Harbor watching ships as they come into port from far flung origins. A life at sea holds the promise of adventure, but Jack is doomed to the constricts of being the son of a lower-class blacksmith. The forge and anvil loom large over his future like an impending wave destined to crash down and topple his dreams of seeing distant shores. But, there is a foul wind blowing over Boston in the spring of 1770. Clashes between local townsfolk and the ...

🏆 2025 American Writing Awards Winner — History: United States 🏅 2025 American Writing Awards Finalist — Historical Fiction 📘 2025 Kindle Book Review Awards Semifinalist — Literary Fiction 🌎 2025 Independent Author Network — Book of the Year Awards Finalist Blood for Pearls: 1498 – The First American Genocide A Legacy Written in Blood and Pearls… Blood for Pearls is a sweeping, emotionally powerful historical novel based on real events that transformed the entire Western Hemisphere. Set during the third voyage of Christopher Columbus, this richly detailed narrative ...

Katherine Woodville's sister never gave her a choice. A happy girl of modest means, Kate hardly expected to become a maker of kings. But when her sister impulsively marries King Edward IV in secret, Katherine's life is no longer hers to control....