Poppy Bridgerton is an independent woman visiting the Dorset coast when she discovers a hidden cave. Inside, she is kidnapped by pirates to prevent her from revealing their smugglers' hideout. The ship’s captain, Andrew James, is actually a noble privateer and the son of an earl working for the British government. He decides to take Poppy on his voyage to Portugal rather than release her. During the weeks at sea, they navigate cabin confinement, intellectual debates, and the social complications of their shared upper-class backgrounds.
This novel serves readers who enjoy historical romance centered on proximity and wit rather than traditional London ballrooms. Those interested in the Regency period find a story that moves from maritime life to the diplomatic circles of Lisbon. Readers finish the book with a perspective on how forced confinement can bridge social gaps and how intellectual compatibility functions as a foundation for marriage. It appeals to people who want a romantic narrative focused on dialogue and the subversion of pirate tropes.
- Published
- 2018
- Language
- EN
