Pirates of the Narrow Seas 1 The Sallee Rovers M Kei 9780615521367 Books
Download As PDF : Pirates of the Narrow Seas 1 The Sallee Rovers M Kei 9780615521367 Books
"Pirates of the Narrow Seas was a dashing good tale full of adventure and mayhem"—Sage Whistler, author of 'Broken' Lt. Peter Thorton of the 18th century British navy must struggle to come out gay while surviving storms at sea, ship to ship battles, duels, kidnapping, and more in his quest for true love and honor. Pirates of the Narrow Seas is an expertly crafted swashbuckler brimming with authentic detail and fully realized portraits of life at sea, written by a tall ship sailor and internationally acclaimed poet. Winner of a Sweet Revolution Award for 'best full cast' and 'Judge's Pick' and Winner of 4th Place/Honorable Mention Rainbow Award for 'best gay historical fiction.'
Pirates of the Narrow Seas 1 The Sallee Rovers M Kei 9780615521367 Books
The "Sallee Rovers" by M. Kei [Bristlecone Pine Press, 2010] is the first of the "Pirates of the Narrow Seas" trilogy and, according to his bio, the author is not only an experienced sailor, but has also experienced many of the risks and challenges described in the story. He can therefore rightfully claim his status as an authority. Having said that, I must admit that I wouldn't know the difference between a marlinspike and a hat pin. Nevertheless, when the discussion got tactical I had no difficulty following it, nor did I find that it burdened the story--that is, not at first.In this book we are introduced to Lieutenant Peter Thornton, a likeable sort but insecure in his role. This is partly due to being eclipsed by his best friend, Roger Perry (with whom he is secretly in love); being a partial orphan, and being new to his commission. As luck would have it--or perhaps not--he and Perry are both given assignments aboard HMS "Ajax." The not-so-lucky part is the rather pompous and acerbic master--i.e. Captain Bishop. Moreover, matters are made worse for Thornton because Bishop takes an arbitrary disliking for him, such that he can do no right.
The plot thickens when the Ajax comes upon a sinking Spanish galleon in distress, and Peter and a crew are sent aboard to free the enchained, galley slaves in order to give them a chance at survival. One of these is a commanding, Sallee Turk, who prior to his capture was a high-ranking captain of the Sallee Rovers (i.e. pirates).
Somewhat true to his nature Bishop sets them adrift to save his own skin, and Peter and two other crew members are abandoned aboard the sinking galleon. Joining forces with the Sallee Turk, Captain Tangle, the galleon is saved and Peter becomes the right-hand confident of the swashbuckling Tangle. Thus begins a relationship that covers the gambit from admiration to frustration, and from conflict to romance.
As mentioned previously, the first half of this story moves with the pace of a schooner under full sail, and adventure abounds on the `bounding mane.' Peter is likeable, Perry is charming, Bishop is a pompous fool, Tangle is dashing in an `Errol Flynnish' sort of way, and the supporting characters are all distinct and credible. The naval strategies and skirmishes with the Spanish off the coast of France are exciting and engaging such that you want stand up and cheer for the good guys.
However, to me the pace seemed to slow in the second half when the story delved (perhaps a bit too much) into the belief's and practices of the Islamic religion. Understandably, the author wanted to make a distinction between Islam and Christianity that Peter had to consider, and because it is all very interesting, but an overabundance of detail at the point where the reader is looking forward to a climax makes the story drag rather noticeably. Not seriously, but enough to detract.
Having said that, this is a good solid read and I look forward to reading the others in the trilogy, "Pirates of the Narrow Seas."
Product details
|
Tags : Pirates of the Narrow Seas 1 : The Sallee Rovers [M. Kei] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Pirates of the Narrow Seas was a dashing good tale full of adventure and mayhem —Sage Whistler, author of 'Broken' Lt. Peter Thorton of the 18th century British navy must struggle to come out gay while surviving storms at sea,M. Kei,Pirates of the Narrow Seas 1 : The Sallee Rovers,Keibooks,0615521363,Fiction - General,Fiction Sea Stories,Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945),Sea Stories
People also read other books :
- 2014 Pro Golf Synopsis The Indispensable Handbook to the 2014 Golf Season eBook Richie Hunt
- Shadow Wolf Sessha Batto Books
- I Swear to You edition by Sloan Parker Literature Fiction eBooks
- Dark Carnival Murders Jim Richards Murder Novels Book 20 edition by Bob Moats Mystery Thriller Suspense eBooks
- A Guide for the Bereaved Survivor Bob Baugher 9780963597502 Books
Pirates of the Narrow Seas 1 The Sallee Rovers M Kei 9780615521367 Books Reviews
I thought I found a new writer of "Iron Men & Wooden Ships", as the first 15% of the book was well written commanding attention. I gave this one star only because you have to in order to write a review. The story line quickly jumps to a disjointed poor flowing narrative. The fact that the main character is gay would not be offensive to anyone, as there is no written sexual content. It is too bad, because the first 15% was so well done, how could the writer not develop that story line more.
This book was a nice surprise. In the past I have read the books of C. S. Forrester and Patrick O'Brien and rate this book's storyline as fun and exciting as those other two series. I really enjoy naval stories and look forward to the other novels in this series.
It's nice to have a story like this told from another point of view. More than one actually. The hero is gay. He is also an Englishman who is converted to Islam and rubs shoulders with corsairs. The romance is romantic, not lascivious. I enjoyed reading about the different ships, the man against the sea elements as well as the war at sea. Very satisfying!
I've enjoyed M. Kei's books for several reasons. First, I love historical novels that really focus on the way people of all walks of life and social status lived their daily lives in their era. I also love reading a good Horatio Alger type story - like "Pirates of the Narrow Seas" Lt. Peter Thorton's, who left home under difficult circumstances and struggled to find his way in life, improve his situation, find his fortune and stay true to his principles.
The way the author created three dimensional people who have successes and failures, adventures and misadventures, hopes and disappointments, loves and hates, a spiritual side and a sensuous side, greedy and generous all at the same time, drew me into these four books. I also liked the way M. Kei had Peter struggling to be an honorable man, despite all difficulties. I enjoyed the masterful way he showed events from different points of view and levels of understanding.
I also enjoyed these four books because they taught me new things and expanded my vocabulary. I had trouble even getting through the "The Sallee Rovers" the first time because every paragraph was full of new words for which I, as a non-sailor, had to stop and look up and find explanations and illustrations and pictures - like Mizzen Mast, top gallant, yardarm, Sallee, lateen sails and fichus. Once I finished, I re-read it so I could just relax and enjoy the story and not have to stop and google everything. Thanks, M. Kei for a good read.
I'm no sailor, but have always been fascinated with the history of the tall ship. The author here puts so much detail into the action and characters that I felt completely pulled into the book. Many times I simply couldn't put it down! I don't care how much is based on fact or fiction; this is a tremendously exciting, moving, romantic, and fun story. I loved every moment, and I love all the sequels, too!!!
I always wished that Horatio Hornblower and Jack Aubrey would get themselves boyfriends. Thank god for British naval Lt. Peter Thorton, the protagonist of M. Kei's nautical series, who does!
"Pirates of the Narrow Seas" are some of the best fiction I have ever read. Mr. Kei's writing compares favorably with Patrick O'Brian and C.S. Forester. How's that for praising a new author to the skies?
The first novel, "The Sallee Rovers," is merely very good. The two that follow are excellent. The characters are believable, flawed, and more human than most other authors can achieve. The writing is a pleasure. Such a pleasure! The books are certainly not without flaws, but they are so minor that I do not care to mention them.
If you love novels of the age of sail and you love male/male romance then I cannot recommend these books enough. I have two more to go, and I cannot wait!
The "Sallee Rovers" by M. Kei [Bristlecone Pine Press, 2010] is the first of the "Pirates of the Narrow Seas" trilogy and, according to his bio, the author is not only an experienced sailor, but has also experienced many of the risks and challenges described in the story. He can therefore rightfully claim his status as an authority. Having said that, I must admit that I wouldn't know the difference between a marlinspike and a hat pin. Nevertheless, when the discussion got tactical I had no difficulty following it, nor did I find that it burdened the story--that is, not at first.
In this book we are introduced to Lieutenant Peter Thornton, a likeable sort but insecure in his role. This is partly due to being eclipsed by his best friend, Roger Perry (with whom he is secretly in love); being a partial orphan, and being new to his commission. As luck would have it--or perhaps not--he and Perry are both given assignments aboard HMS "Ajax." The not-so-lucky part is the rather pompous and acerbic master--i.e. Captain Bishop. Moreover, matters are made worse for Thornton because Bishop takes an arbitrary disliking for him, such that he can do no right.
The plot thickens when the Ajax comes upon a sinking Spanish galleon in distress, and Peter and a crew are sent aboard to free the enchained, galley slaves in order to give them a chance at survival. One of these is a commanding, Sallee Turk, who prior to his capture was a high-ranking captain of the Sallee Rovers (i.e. pirates).
Somewhat true to his nature Bishop sets them adrift to save his own skin, and Peter and two other crew members are abandoned aboard the sinking galleon. Joining forces with the Sallee Turk, Captain Tangle, the galleon is saved and Peter becomes the right-hand confident of the swashbuckling Tangle. Thus begins a relationship that covers the gambit from admiration to frustration, and from conflict to romance.
As mentioned previously, the first half of this story moves with the pace of a schooner under full sail, and adventure abounds on the `bounding mane.' Peter is likeable, Perry is charming, Bishop is a pompous fool, Tangle is dashing in an `Errol Flynnish' sort of way, and the supporting characters are all distinct and credible. The naval strategies and skirmishes with the Spanish off the coast of France are exciting and engaging such that you want stand up and cheer for the good guys.
However, to me the pace seemed to slow in the second half when the story delved (perhaps a bit too much) into the belief's and practices of the Islamic religion. Understandably, the author wanted to make a distinction between Islam and Christianity that Peter had to consider, and because it is all very interesting, but an overabundance of detail at the point where the reader is looking forward to a climax makes the story drag rather noticeably. Not seriously, but enough to detract.
Having said that, this is a good solid read and I look forward to reading the others in the trilogy, "Pirates of the Narrow Seas."
0 Response to "⋙ PDF Gratis Pirates of the Narrow Seas 1 The Sallee Rovers M Kei 9780615521367 Books"
Post a Comment