Synopses & Reviews
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 theres 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. Word in port is that a galleon, fresh from New Spain, is awaiting repairs in a nearby harbor....
Pirate Latitudes is Michael Crichton at his best: a rollicking adventure tale pulsing with relentless action, crackling atmosphere, and heart-pounding suspense.
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“A lusty, rollicking 17th century adventure…. History as entertainment…. Crichton has done his homework.” Bob Minzesheimer, < i=""> USA Today <>
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“Unabashed fun.” Cameron Martin, < i=""> New York Times <>
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“Offers unexpected turns and plenty of yo ho hos.” Richard Eisenberg, < i=""> People <> (3 out of 4 stars)
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“Its not an ironic pirate novel. Its not a pirate novel with a secret gimmick. Its simply an entertaining tale filled with crafty privateers, despicable villains, treasure hoards, double crosses and a sea monster. Go figure.” Michael Berry, < i=""> San Francisco Chronicle <>
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“The plot sucks you in like the giant kraken monster that nearly sinks our heros galleon.” Benjamin Svetsky, < i=""> Entertainment Weekly <>
About the Author
Michael Crichton has sold over 200 million books, which have been translated into thirty-eight languages; thirteen of his books have been made into films. Also known as a filmmaker and the creator of
ER, he remains the only writer to have had the number one book, movie, and TV show simultaneously. At the time of his death in 2008, Crichton was well into the writing of
Micro; Richard Preston was selected to complete the novel.
Richard Preston is the internationally bestselling author of eight books, including The Hot Zone and The Wild Trees. He is a regular contributor to The New Yorker. He lives with his wife and three children near Princeton, New Jersey.