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The Pirate's Slave
In the 18th century Caribbean, can love survive?
Torn from her hidden village of enslaved runaways, Akosua endures the advances of a deadly pirate captain.
Forced to become his slave, she must give him everything he desires.
She must use her body to keep him satisfied.
She must protect her people.
She must never tell him about the treasure...
Previously published as "The Captain's Slave" by Kendra Queen.
Torn from her hidden village of enslaved runaways, Akosua endures the advances of a deadly pirate captain.
Forced to become his slave, she must give him everything he desires.
She must use her body to keep him satisfied.
She must protect her people.
She must never tell him about the treasure...
Previously published as "The Captain's Slave" by Kendra Queen.
244 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 15, 2023
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April 7, 2025
Even though the title scared me this actually was pretty good 😆
November 17, 2024
enchanting and thrilling romance
right from the first page I was struck by the beauty of the author's voice. it was so poetic and yet so simple. I had to keep reading. and then I met Ko and was immediately intrigued by the mystery and the myth of her tiny isolated home she shares with her tiny tribe. I was able to piece together that they were runaway slaves. They fled when Ko was just a baby and they were safe in a location on the island that made it geographically impossible for them to be found. There was also a case of hidden pearls.
This is a romance. It's incredibly enchanting, thrilling, riveting. I couldn't put this book down, and I was hooked when the handsome and clever pirate Julian comes onto the scene. The tension and what follows is delicious. So yes it's a romance. But I say all that to say, this is an incredibly well put together piece of historical fiction. I love historical fiction so I always appreciate a historical setting that isn't just there for the story but one that the author actually engages with. We absolutely get that here. And I really, really enjoyed this and the complexity of the plot. I always felt the romance, but what made the romance so much richer was the plot built around it and the historical detail and effort. And obviously of course, the gorgeous writing.
Now on to the more romantic focus. I love love love love love love the way Julian admires Ko. I can't emphasize enough how much that meant to me as a reader, to see this stark and breathless appreciation of LONG KINKY HAIR and DARK SKIN. It's so satisfying to see that through mmc's eyes. Since I've started reading romances with black fmcs only, I've been enjoying this gaze so much. And this author is definitely one of the best to do it. I even highlighted this one description of Julian picturing Ko lounging on linen and her dark skin a sharp contrast. That felt like a love letter to me directly lol. And the emphasis on the long hair. Historically and in this time period black women had been forced to shave their heads, and as someone who adores natural hair more than I can describe, reading that Ko had waist length kinky hair just really made me smile and gave me pure delight. It doesn't get any better than this for me when I'm reading.
and of course I love how Julian is so utterlyyyyy in love with her. And she's so thrilled about him. And their tension. Their fights. The drama. The oh so spicy hot scenes. Julian is an incredible character. He's street smart, he's cocky, and he's determined. And Ko is brave and conscientious. It's all a perfect combination. And at least we have a beautiful happy ending.
would recommend one hundred times
right from the first page I was struck by the beauty of the author's voice. it was so poetic and yet so simple. I had to keep reading. and then I met Ko and was immediately intrigued by the mystery and the myth of her tiny isolated home she shares with her tiny tribe. I was able to piece together that they were runaway slaves. They fled when Ko was just a baby and they were safe in a location on the island that made it geographically impossible for them to be found. There was also a case of hidden pearls.
This is a romance. It's incredibly enchanting, thrilling, riveting. I couldn't put this book down, and I was hooked when the handsome and clever pirate Julian comes onto the scene. The tension and what follows is delicious. So yes it's a romance. But I say all that to say, this is an incredibly well put together piece of historical fiction. I love historical fiction so I always appreciate a historical setting that isn't just there for the story but one that the author actually engages with. We absolutely get that here. And I really, really enjoyed this and the complexity of the plot. I always felt the romance, but what made the romance so much richer was the plot built around it and the historical detail and effort. And obviously of course, the gorgeous writing.
Now on to the more romantic focus. I love love love love love love the way Julian admires Ko. I can't emphasize enough how much that meant to me as a reader, to see this stark and breathless appreciation of LONG KINKY HAIR and DARK SKIN. It's so satisfying to see that through mmc's eyes. Since I've started reading romances with black fmcs only, I've been enjoying this gaze so much. And this author is definitely one of the best to do it. I even highlighted this one description of Julian picturing Ko lounging on linen and her dark skin a sharp contrast. That felt like a love letter to me directly lol. And the emphasis on the long hair. Historically and in this time period black women had been forced to shave their heads, and as someone who adores natural hair more than I can describe, reading that Ko had waist length kinky hair just really made me smile and gave me pure delight. It doesn't get any better than this for me when I'm reading.
and of course I love how Julian is so utterlyyyyy in love with her. And she's so thrilled about him. And their tension. Their fights. The drama. The oh so spicy hot scenes. Julian is an incredible character. He's street smart, he's cocky, and he's determined. And Ko is brave and conscientious. It's all a perfect combination. And at least we have a beautiful happy ending.
would recommend one hundred times
June 5, 2024
It was good!!
Lots of adventure and not a ton of trauma dumping while still being a slave narrative (which I have never actually read bwwm wise but hey first time for everything). Slow burner and loved the romance. It was a good story!
Lots of adventure and not a ton of trauma dumping while still being a slave narrative (which I have never actually read bwwm wise but hey first time for everything). Slow burner and loved the romance. It was a good story!
June 11, 2024
Surprisingly good
This was better than I thought it would be. I usually shy away from slave narrative romances, but It intrigued me from the beginning so I kept going. It was worth it. Great book! It us a slow burn, but the burn feels good.
This was better than I thought it would be. I usually shy away from slave narrative romances, but It intrigued me from the beginning so I kept going. It was worth it. Great book! It us a slow burn, but the burn feels good.
September 25, 2023
Part 2 Please😋
I enjoyed this so much..a fun Sunday afternoon read..hope there is a continuation.. so much to go on!!! I cannot wait😇
I enjoyed this so much..a fun Sunday afternoon read..hope there is a continuation.. so much to go on!!! I cannot wait😇
March 9, 2024
different
Not something i would usually read but I really enjoyed this read! I would definitely recommend. My first read from this author.
Not something i would usually read but I really enjoyed this read! I would definitely recommend. My first read from this author.
May 1, 2024
A pleasant aurprise
Ok Ms. Meadows! This was a beautiful story set in an ugly time. There were minor grammatical errors,but all in all well written.
Ok Ms. Meadows! This was a beautiful story set in an ugly time. There were minor grammatical errors,but all in all well written.
August 4, 2024
This was good! Miles better than the author’s ’Small Town’ series, I think I would eat up another historical fiction story of hers! The writing was very engaging.
September 2, 2025
On if the best books by this author. I wish she explores more in historical romance.
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