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The Patriot Sailor #3
A Leeward Shore: An American Sea Adventure
Foul winds and raging waves.
Jack Horner has faced the trials of the sea and the turmoil of battle, but his greatest challenge lies ahead.
With the British tightening their grip on the colonies, Jack and his crew must navigate treacherous waters and outwit a cunning adversary. The stakes have never been higher, and every decision could mean the difference between victory and defeat.
A hero’s journey continues, and the winds of destiny lead him home.
From the blood-soaked decks of battle to the warm bonds of brotherhood, Jack’s journey is fraught with peril and discovery. As he grapples with his past, he sets his sights on the days to come. He left Boston as a boy, he returns as a man, a sailor, and soon finds himself deeply entangled in a struggle far larger than he has ever faced.
Set sail on an epic adventure.
Join Jack Horner in the third installment of the Patriot Sailor series, where courage, honor, and the quest for freedom clash on the high seas.
Order your copy now and continue the journey with Jack Horner!
Jack Horner has faced the trials of the sea and the turmoil of battle, but his greatest challenge lies ahead.
With the British tightening their grip on the colonies, Jack and his crew must navigate treacherous waters and outwit a cunning adversary. The stakes have never been higher, and every decision could mean the difference between victory and defeat.
A hero’s journey continues, and the winds of destiny lead him home.
From the blood-soaked decks of battle to the warm bonds of brotherhood, Jack’s journey is fraught with peril and discovery. As he grapples with his past, he sets his sights on the days to come. He left Boston as a boy, he returns as a man, a sailor, and soon finds himself deeply entangled in a struggle far larger than he has ever faced.
Set sail on an epic adventure.
Join Jack Horner in the third installment of the Patriot Sailor series, where courage, honor, and the quest for freedom clash on the high seas.
Order your copy now and continue the journey with Jack Horner!
430 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 2, 2025
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October 14, 2025
A Leeward Shore continues the sweeping saga of Jack Horner with the same blend of grit, honor, and heart that defines the best of nautical fiction. Cal Clement captures the peril and poetry of the sea while grounding his story in the turbulent birth of a nation.
Set against the tightening British blockade and the uncertainty of revolution, the novel charts Jack’s transformation from sailor to leader his courage tested by battle, loss, and loyalty. Clement’s command of maritime detail gives each storm and skirmish a tactile realism, while his deep empathy for his characters lends the story a timeless resonance.
What distinguishes A Leeward Shore is its balance of scale: the roar of cannon fire and crashing waves set against moments of quiet reflection, where Jack wrestles with duty, identity, and the meaning of freedom. Beneath the adventure lies a powerful meditation on growth the boy who left Boston returns not just as a seasoned sailor, but as a man shaped by both the sea and the ideals of liberty.
Richly written and historically immersive, A Leeward Shore stands as both a thrilling sea adventure and a moving portrait of resilience during America’s fight for independence.
Set against the tightening British blockade and the uncertainty of revolution, the novel charts Jack’s transformation from sailor to leader his courage tested by battle, loss, and loyalty. Clement’s command of maritime detail gives each storm and skirmish a tactile realism, while his deep empathy for his characters lends the story a timeless resonance.
What distinguishes A Leeward Shore is its balance of scale: the roar of cannon fire and crashing waves set against moments of quiet reflection, where Jack wrestles with duty, identity, and the meaning of freedom. Beneath the adventure lies a powerful meditation on growth the boy who left Boston returns not just as a seasoned sailor, but as a man shaped by both the sea and the ideals of liberty.
Richly written and historically immersive, A Leeward Shore stands as both a thrilling sea adventure and a moving portrait of resilience during America’s fight for independence.
July 27, 2025
Worthy of your time and more
Cal Clement’s series was spellbinding and exciting with practically no pause in the intrigue or action by the sometimes unfortunate landsman, come sailor Jack Horner. Cal writes as if he had been born on the sea, his work stacks up and possibly surpasses, novels describing the travails of Aubrey, Hornblower and more.
If seagoing adventures strike your fancy, don’t miss “An American Sea Adventure.
Cal Clement’s series was spellbinding and exciting with practically no pause in the intrigue or action by the sometimes unfortunate landsman, come sailor Jack Horner. Cal writes as if he had been born on the sea, his work stacks up and possibly surpasses, novels describing the travails of Aubrey, Hornblower and more.
If seagoing adventures strike your fancy, don’t miss “An American Sea Adventure.
March 4, 2025
what a wonderful series
Pre Lexington-Concord the tale continues .
Suffering the impressment by England , Jack and his fellow survivors of the mutiny find themselves on an unknown island. Survivors need food and water but other more dangerous challenges arise as the mutineers show up.
A cannot put it down book from Cal Clement.
Pre Lexington-Concord the tale continues .
Suffering the impressment by England , Jack and his fellow survivors of the mutiny find themselves on an unknown island. Survivors need food and water but other more dangerous challenges arise as the mutineers show up.
A cannot put it down book from Cal Clement.
April 19, 2025
A great story of life on the seas during America’s early years.
The author has written the most adventurous and intriguing story of the life and adventures of a young boy who is not only able to survive but to grow into a strong man and as well as a seasoned able bodied seaman. Very enjoyable reading for those who like excitement and adventure.
The author has written the most adventurous and intriguing story of the life and adventures of a young boy who is not only able to survive but to grow into a strong man and as well as a seasoned able bodied seaman. Very enjoyable reading for those who like excitement and adventure.
July 19, 2025
Excellent depiction of the late 1700's Naval affairs.
The story of a boy becoming a sailor , including his gaining renown as a leader and warrior. The colorful characters are well defined and the adventures are very exciting. I highly recommend this book and the entire series.
The story of a boy becoming a sailor , including his gaining renown as a leader and warrior. The colorful characters are well defined and the adventures are very exciting. I highly recommend this book and the entire series.
October 16, 2025
Great book!
Awesome story, amazing series! Love it! Very addicting read! Definitely get into it, you will enjoy this series! For some reason I feel like pirates will be involved in the story!
Awesome story, amazing series! Love it! Very addicting read! Definitely get into it, you will enjoy this series! For some reason I feel like pirates will be involved in the story!
March 15, 2025
Shipwrecked.
They were shipwrecked and then attacked be those of the crew who had mutinied. Finally, after being rescued, he will be introduced to the Sons of Liberty.
They were shipwrecked and then attacked be those of the crew who had mutinied. Finally, after being rescued, he will be introduced to the Sons of Liberty.
April 25, 2025
a fine ending to the 3 book set
I hadn’t looked ahead to see what would happen after the trilogy ended.
So happy to see the tale continue.
I hadn’t looked ahead to see what would happen after the trilogy ended.
So happy to see the tale continue.
August 5, 2025
Jack survives impressment and shipwreck on his way to his first mate's position.
January 28, 2026
can’t put it down
This continuing story is well told and hard to put down. Can’t wait to read on in the next book.
This continuing story is well told and hard to put down. Can’t wait to read on in the next book.
June 16, 2026
Great series, it just gets better and better, virtual narration is pretty good too.
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