Review: An exemplary first novel in the high seas!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 09 25, 2012
The term "high seas" is a bit trite. In fact, how does one write a pirate novel without being corny and predictable? Rosemary O'Malley has done it; she has crafted a fine and lively pirate novel, largely free of peg legs, parrots, and eye patches. Her MCs, a pirate with a mission and a young man formerly cloistered in religious life, are anything but stereotypes. The most fascinating aspect of this well- written and distinctive book was its blood curdling villain. He was the dark, driving force behind the story. In fact hints of darkness in all of the characters, including the MCs, emerge and complicate the entire story. Yet, the joys of life on the seas, hidden treasure, and deftly described aspects of nautical life keep this book solidly in the pirate genre.I can't wait for more full length novels from this author. And, she deserves praise for gracing her book with an excellent cover!