Pirate Latitudes
By Michael Crichton
- Release Date: 2009-11-24
- Genre: Action & Adventure
Description
“A lusty, rollicking seventeenth-century adventure. . . . History as entertainment.” —USA Today
In this New York Times bestselling novel, master of suspense Michael Crichton delivers an irresistible tale of swashbuckling pirates in the New World—a classic story of treasure and betrayal.
The Caribbean, 1665. A remote colony of the English Crown, the island of Jamaica holds out against the vast supremacy of the Spanish empire. Port Royal, its capital, is a cutthroat town of taverns, grog shops, and bawdy houses. In this steamy climate there’s a living to be made, a living that can end swiftly by disease—or by dagger. For Captain Charles Hunter, gold in Spanish hands is gold for the taking, and the law of the land rests with those ruthless enough to make it.
Pirate Latitudes is Michael Crichton at his best: a brilliant adventure tale pulsing with relentless action, crackling atmosphere, and heart-pounding suspense.
Reviews
Pirate Latatudes
5By no name jayboLoved it. MC never fails to entertain.Reads like a draft.
1By Mike, Plymouth MITo much of the book feels like an outline of ideas with intentions to expand on in a later revision. I still enjoyed it.So great!
5By DanielntlionsWhat a wonderful piece of historical fiction! Certainly worth the time to read. Crichton is as masterful as ever, even posthumous.Read it. It'll be one of your favorites
5By zaamrodPerhaps it wasn't crichtons "best." Who cares? I loved every word. Great adventure. Wonderful revenge. The best is Captain Blood, but this isn't far behind.Pirates latitude
5By Dr. Tom SvenGreat read.i found this book to be one of the best books written on pirates. I was drawn in and held captivated at every page.Earl Finn-ish
5By StaynavytomGreat fun read. Most 14 year old white boys will like it. Seems like it was based on true history yet i doubt the part about the kraken,Great read!
4By Zombie Lover 696Very captivating, love this author!Great book. A quick read.
5By raquinnWell done. Solid plot.Pirate Latitudes
5By Mica2005Excellent read. You are captured by the story almost instantly, drawn in by the adventurous characters that joyfully stir your imagination. If you are at all a fan of the expeditions of Captain Jack Sparrow then you will enjoy this book.Great story
5By kingdamodmvLove the book. Have been a fan of Crichton since Jurassic Park and his stories still capture my imagination.
