Son of a Son of a Pirate: A Tale of Pirates, Conquistadors, and Parrot Heads

by Chris Harvey

From the sun-soaked streets of Key West, John “Teach” Taylor—a Jimmy Buffett-loving tour guide by day—seeks the long-lost treasure of his infamous ancestor, Blackbeard. Said to be the largest pirate fortune ever plundered, the treasure was taken from a doomed Spanish galleon and is rumored to conceal an ancient Aztec relic of even greater value. But Teach isn’t the only one chasing this legendary prize. Joining his quest is Giselle, a mysterious beauty whose motives remain tantalizingly unclear. Teach’s journey delves into the blood-soaked annals of history, from Blackbeard’s ruthless reign over the high seas to Hernán Cortés’s audacious conquest of the Aztec Empire. Blackbeard’s cryptic ship’s log reveals not only clues to the legendary lost treasure but a legacy darker than Teach could have imagined—a desperate attempt to harness a power capable of toppling empires, leaving betrayal and blood in its wake.

Genres: Pirates

301 pages, Paperback

Published January 13, 2025

About the author

Chris is a husband and proud father of three amazing children. He has spent his life living a short drive to the coast and hearing the deep call of the ocean. He is literally a son of a son of a sailor. His grandfather was in the merchant marines during WWII and his great-grandfather was 1st mate on merchant brigantines sailing from the coast of Maine to the Caribbean. The sea is in his veins. Unfortunately, no known pirate lineage. As a student of history and inspired by the lyrics and lifestyle of Jimmy Buffet, he has stories percolating inside him asking to be told. The first, Son of a Son of a Pirate, is a blend of history, fiction, and events lost to history.

Reviews

[Taigh White · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is full of surprises and great adventure. It really took me back to Key West in such a magical way. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in pirates, ancient Aztec history, Jimmy Buffet and the whole south Florida vibe. Chris Harvey is a great story teller and he keeps things moving in this book. Looking forward to party 2.

[Scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read! For any fan of Jimmy Buffett, pirates, or adventure in general this should be added to your must read list!

[BuffettFan1 · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am a huge Jimmy Buffett fan and am fascinated by the life of Blackbeard. This was a fun summer read that weaves three stories together in a classic treasure hunt. It kept me guessing, and I finished the book in just a few days. I couldn't put it down. There are so many great Buffett references, and in the end, it was all about family legacy. I have been sharing it with all my Parrot Head friends!

[KATHY Dorris · Rating 2 out of 5]

I’m a Southerner. I’m a History teacher turned librarian. I’m a Parrothead. I LOVE stories. This book felt like a recitation. This happened, then that happened, on and on. This should be a story with heart and adventure, instead it felt almost clinical. It felt like a tour guide at the end of a long day. I did enjoy the JB references and the geological features but the telling was just blah.

[Andrew G · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pirates, Buffett, Key West, a recipe for a fun beach book! I enjoyed how the book took me on a tour of Buffett's favorite spots in Key West. I want to book a trip as soon as possible! I loved following the clues to find Blackbeard's treasure. It kept me guessing to the very end.

[Jenny · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun story but needs some polishing. Lots of little mistakes. As a parrot head, loved the Buffett references but at times felt forced.

[Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun story, but the spelling errors and mistakes in tense bothered me a little too much. There were a few references to Jimmy Buffett and Key West, but not much. Probably wouldn't read it again.