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Save:A classic, rollicking pirate adventure - full of charm, wit, and dazzling exploits - though its dated attitudes may give some pause. If you crave old-school escapism on the high seas, set sail with Captain Blood.
Sternly disapproving eyes considered him from a window opposite, but went disregarded. Mr. Blood’s attention was divided between his task and the stream of humanity in the narrow street below; a strea... - #2
Save:A fun and influential classic packed with adventure, romance, and clever disguises - come for the undercover heroics, stay for the irresistible charm. Just don't expect subtlety or historical nuance!
ASURGING, SEETHING, murmuring crowd of beings that are human only in name, for to the eye and ear they seem naught but savage creatures, animated by vile passions and by the lust of vengeance and of h... - #3
Save:A wildly clever and entertaining fantasy caper set in a richly-drawn world - with memorable characters, smart twists, and buckets of wit. Stick past the slow start and you’re in for a great ride.
LOCKE LAMORA’S RULE of thumb was this: a good confidence game took three months to plan, three weeks to rehearse, and three seconds to win or lose the victim’s trust forever. This time around, he plan... - #4
Save:A page-turning, grand revenge fantasy with flair, drama, and heart. Worth every page - just don’t settle for an abridged version!
On February 24, 1815, the lookout at Notre-Dame de la Garde signalled the arrival of the three-master Pharaon, coming from Smyrna, Trieste and Naples. As usual, a coastal pilot immediately left the po... - #5
Save:A breezy, fun pirate romp that's perfect for escapist reading - not Crichton's most refined, but sure to delight fans of high-seas adventure and those craving a fast-moving, action-first story.
SIR JAMES ALMONT, appointed by His Majesty Charles II Governor of Jamaica, was habitually an early riser. This was in part the tendency of an aging widower, in part a consequence of restless sleep fro... - #6
Save:A wild, weird, and wonderfully creative pirate yarn that mixes authentic history with dark magic - sometimes messy, often over-the-top, but always a rollicking adventure. If you love pirates and fantasy, it’s a must-read!
Gripping one of the taut vertical ropes and leaning far out over the rail, John Chandagnac waited a moment until the swell lifted the huge, creaking structure of the stern and the poop deck on which h... - #7
Save:A smart, swashbuckling romp that puts a delightfully fresh spin on the classic adventure genre - short, fun, and packed with literary flair.
For numberless years a myna had astounded travelers to the caravansary with its ability to spew indecencies in ten languages, and before the fight broke out everyone assumed the old blue-tongued devil... - #8
Save:A rollicking, stylish adventure full of daring swordfights and juicy intrigue. Not flawless, but iconic for a reason - if you’re up for a breezy, bigger-than-life ride, this classic still delivers the fun.
As perhaps our readers are not familiar with the slang of the Rue de Jerusalem, and as it is fifteen years since we applied this word for the first time to this thing, allow us to explain to them what... - #9
Save:A smart, atmospheric, swashbuckling adventure with a melancholy edge - the perfect intro if you want history served with swordplay and style, but be ready for a slower, moodier pace. Great backdrop for a series, especially if you appreciate a nuanced hero (or anti-hero) and immersive historical detail.
He was not the most honest or pious of men, but he was courageous. His name was Diego Alatriste y Tenorio, and he had fought in the ranks during the Flemish wars. When I met him he was barely making e... - #10The Cardinal's BladesBook 1 in the series:The Cardinal's Blades
Save:'The Cardinal's Blades' is a swashbuckling novel set in an alternate 17th century France where dragons and Musketeers coexist. The plot revolves around Cardinal Richelieu's elite group of fighters, the Blades, as they are reactivated to thwart a plot against France. The story is filled with political intrigue, daring swordfights, and a complex web of alliances and betrayals. The writing style is reminiscent of Alexandre Dumas, with a focus on detailed descriptions and a large cast of characters that gradually come together for a thrilling mission.
Captain Étienne-Louis de La Fargue stood in silence before the grave. Legs slightly apart, he held his hat in both hands in front of him. He was staring down at the grey stone cross. But what did he a...
