Ship of Thieves
'High-octane historical fiction' Daily Mail
(Author) Douglas SkeltonDead thieves tell no tales... Jonas Flynt's stepmother, Mercy, has been abducted from Edinburgh and carried back to the West Indies by her former owner. Gideon Flynt his father, has followed in hot pursuit, but Cassie, Jonas's first love, knows he is not the man he once was and appeals to Flynt for help. Naturally, he agrees. Against Colonel Nathaniel Charters' wishes, he sails for the Caribbean, where he will unwittingly join forces with the most notorious pirate of all time, Blackbeard. But this time he may be out of his depth. An utterly gripping historical crime thriller set on the high seas from the McIlvanney Prize longlisted author of An Honourable Thief.
Douglas Skelton
Douglas Skelton is a Scottish crime writer known for his gripping and atmospheric novels. His writing style is characterized by its dark and gritty tone, with intricate plots and well-developed characters. Skelton has made significant contributions to the crime fiction genre, particularly in the realm of Scottish crime fiction.
One of Skelton's most notable works is "Blood City," a fast-paced thriller set in Glasgow that follows journalist Rebecca Connolly as she investigates a series of gruesome murders. The novel showcases Skelton's skill at creating tension and suspense, as well as his ability to capture the essence of urban Scottish life.
Overall, Douglas Skelton's works have left a lasting impact on the crime fiction genre, earning him a reputation as a master storyteller with a knack for crafting compelling and immersive narratives.
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