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A Prince Among Pirates
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Expected 16 Jun 26A charming nobleman accidentally joins a pirate ship and falls for its debonair captain in this swashbuckling queer debut that’s perfect for fans of F.T. Lukens and Our Flag Means Death.
Kit Davenport is in trouble—not that this would surprise anyone who knows him. Headstrong, reckless, and utterly unsuited for the stodgy House of Lords, Kit has spent years dodging his father’s stern disapproval and delighting in clandestine rendezvous. But time is running out. With an arranged marriage looming and the confines of white wigs and stiff decorum closing in, Kit is desperate to escape a life that feels completely wrong for him.
His solution? A wildly impulsive decision that lands him aboard the Deliverance, a galleon captained by the infuriatingly charismatic Reggie Sharpe. With a devil-may-care attitude and a delicious grin, Captain Sharpe commands the waves with his crew of misfits…who all turn out to be pirates. Before Kit can say “wrong ship,” he’s trading ballroom etiquette for rum-soaked camaraderie, explosive gunfights, and, perhaps most excitingly, heart-stopping kisses under the stars.
But life at sea holds just as many secrets as treasures. And when Kit’s past catches up with him, he’ll have to decide who he truly wants to be: a gentleman or a pirate?
Kit Davenport is in trouble—not that this would surprise anyone who knows him. Headstrong, reckless, and utterly unsuited for the stodgy House of Lords, Kit has spent years dodging his father’s stern disapproval and delighting in clandestine rendezvous. But time is running out. With an arranged marriage looming and the confines of white wigs and stiff decorum closing in, Kit is desperate to escape a life that feels completely wrong for him.
His solution? A wildly impulsive decision that lands him aboard the Deliverance, a galleon captained by the infuriatingly charismatic Reggie Sharpe. With a devil-may-care attitude and a delicious grin, Captain Sharpe commands the waves with his crew of misfits…who all turn out to be pirates. Before Kit can say “wrong ship,” he’s trading ballroom etiquette for rum-soaked camaraderie, explosive gunfights, and, perhaps most excitingly, heart-stopping kisses under the stars.
But life at sea holds just as many secrets as treasures. And when Kit’s past catches up with him, he’ll have to decide who he truly wants to be: a gentleman or a pirate?
320 pages, Hardcover
Expected publication June 16, 2026
2415 people want to read
About the author
Katie Abdou
2 books67 followersKaitlyn (she/her), who goes by Katie among friends and family, primarily writes historical Young Adult books, leaning into fantasy and adventure more than anything else. Her dream is for her books to be a safe place for teens and young adults to find representation and to understand the experiences of trauma, hardship, romance, and adventure through her characters within the safety of fiction. Her debut YA novel, A PRINCE AMONG PIRATES comes out summer 2026 with Atheneum, an imprint of Simon & Schuster (NA) and HarperCollins Children's Books (UK).
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January 18, 2026
Just such a fun good time read. It’s not heavy, or overly complicated and that just really hit the spot for me. A MM romance at sea? Yes please. The love interest is the captain and he’s actually the biggest teddy bear of a green flag (to him) ? And the chosen/found family with the crew? So good.
At just shy of 18, Kit thinks his life is about to be over. Betrothed and set to follow in his father’s legacy - Kit knows he will be trapped in the life set before him. So what does the spoiled high born rake do? He runs away the day of his wedding, onto the first ship he can find. Having never spent a moment doing labour or working for his living, it’s a rude awakening - but not as rude as when he finds out the ship he boarded is actually a pirate ship. Even more dangerous is the flirtation he develops with its Captain. But as they voyage the seas and different ports, Kit learns more about life at sea and himself, and stumbles across schemes and plots that have been hidden for far too long - it’s time for Kit to do what he’s great at - and cause a scandal or two.
At just shy of 18, Kit thinks his life is about to be over. Betrothed and set to follow in his father’s legacy - Kit knows he will be trapped in the life set before him. So what does the spoiled high born rake do? He runs away the day of his wedding, onto the first ship he can find. Having never spent a moment doing labour or working for his living, it’s a rude awakening - but not as rude as when he finds out the ship he boarded is actually a pirate ship. Even more dangerous is the flirtation he develops with its Captain. But as they voyage the seas and different ports, Kit learns more about life at sea and himself, and stumbles across schemes and plots that have been hidden for far too long - it’s time for Kit to do what he’s great at - and cause a scandal or two.
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April 22, 2025“pitched as Our Flag Means Death … with the irreverent voice of MY LADY JANE,”
say no more. take my money.
say no more. take my money.
June 5, 2025
I had the privilege of reading this novel early for Katie, who is one of my dear writing friends. A PRINCE AMONG PIRATES centers Kit, a viscount who accidentally joins a pirate crew while escaping his arranged marriage. It perfectly blends humor, history, and emotional tension in a way that is perfect for young readers. Katie does not shy away from difficult topics such as biracial struggles, racism and slavery during this era, handling it with the utmost care and consideration. The writing was evocative, emotional, and humorous at times, and most notably made me hungry.
Mark your calendars for 2026, when the Deliverance comes to port! I hope everyone else loves APAP as much as I did! <3
Mark your calendars for 2026, when the Deliverance comes to port! I hope everyone else loves APAP as much as I did! <3
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October 24, 2025"Kit Davenport is your average 17-year-old. Oh—he's also heir to a ridiculous fortune, the son of a Viscount, and days away from marrying future marchioness, Katherine Stuart God daughter to the King himself. But when Kit boards a ship to escape the tyranny of his overbearing father, he has no idea he's just joined a pirate crew—or that accidentally becoming a pirate himself will take him on a journey of self-discovery and help him learn for the first time what it feels like to be unconditionally loved."
December 10, 2025
🏴☠️ Book Review ⚓️
Have I mentioned how terrible I am at finding the right words to review books? If I had to pick one, it’d be “Wholesome” ☺️ which is how this book made me feel!
The summary doesn’t give much away, and honestly, I wasn’t expecting it to be this cozy and low-stakes…. Which usually isn’t my thing, but Katie’s done something right, some witchcraft you might say, because I absolutely loved it!!
It’s not just the main couple you’ll fall for, but the whole crew stole my heart, especially the twins 😍 The found family in this story is exactly what I love to read about!
Fair warning! Do not read this book when you’re hungry!! Katie’s descriptions of delicious food had me timing my reading sessions post dinner 😂
I love how the story doesn’t shy away from tough subjects and the impact of colonialism during that era!
It’s such a fun adventure filled with tension, humour, and a wannabe pirate! Have I mentioned the charming captain Sharpe? You might want to remember that name!
A Prince Among Pirates is out next year on June 16th, and is currently up for preorder, so make sure to grab a copy if it sounds like your kind of story!
Thank you to my wonderful book friends who helped win this proof for me at YALC!! I will forever treasure it 🥰
Have I mentioned how terrible I am at finding the right words to review books? If I had to pick one, it’d be “Wholesome” ☺️ which is how this book made me feel!
The summary doesn’t give much away, and honestly, I wasn’t expecting it to be this cozy and low-stakes…. Which usually isn’t my thing, but Katie’s done something right, some witchcraft you might say, because I absolutely loved it!!
It’s not just the main couple you’ll fall for, but the whole crew stole my heart, especially the twins 😍 The found family in this story is exactly what I love to read about!
Fair warning! Do not read this book when you’re hungry!! Katie’s descriptions of delicious food had me timing my reading sessions post dinner 😂
I love how the story doesn’t shy away from tough subjects and the impact of colonialism during that era!
It’s such a fun adventure filled with tension, humour, and a wannabe pirate! Have I mentioned the charming captain Sharpe? You might want to remember that name!
A Prince Among Pirates is out next year on June 16th, and is currently up for preorder, so make sure to grab a copy if it sounds like your kind of story!
Thank you to my wonderful book friends who helped win this proof for me at YALC!! I will forever treasure it 🥰
Review of advance copy received from Author
Hi! I am the author of this book! A lot of people have asked me if this book is adult or young adult—due to some incorrect shelving on Goodreads!
This book is YOUNG ADULT, rated 14 and up. There is nothing graphic on page in this book, but it does deal with some mature themes. That said, I think teens and adults alike can enjoy this book, so please don't let the YA tag discourage you.
♡ Katie
This book is YOUNG ADULT, rated 14 and up. There is nothing graphic on page in this book, but it does deal with some mature themes. That said, I think teens and adults alike can enjoy this book, so please don't let the YA tag discourage you.
♡ Katie
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October 21, 2025GAY PIRATES
October 23, 2025
OKEY just for teh cover I REALLY WANT TO READ THIS! I would give my real opinion once I read but for now IM REALLY HAPPY finally some interracial couples in PIrate trope!
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October 25, 2025HELLO?? THE COVER?!?! 😍😍😍
November 11, 2025
DITTO ON THE COVER!! Absolutely beautiful! Please don't give Kit syphilis though :) **see Katie's instagram for explanation and a chance to vote!**
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December 2, 2025Lowkey really want to read this book right now since it releases on my birthday!! Also the cover is stunning and it sounds sooo good
September 11, 2025
I had the honor of being able to get an early look at A Prince Among Pirate! This book is one of those books that was impossible to put down—even when I did have to put it down, I was still thinking about it and anxious to return to the world! This is such a delightful adventure with so much heart and humor and love! You do not want to miss this!
August 16, 2025
The narrator's voice is everything. This cheeky bastard is a delight, but also super relatable and able to deliver emotional blows without the narrative being bogged down in melodrama. Sassy, but not an asshole. I was pulled into his head in the best way.
Also. The pacing? So Good. No filler, no drag, and the perfect sequence of emotional beats. I devoured this hecking thing like woah.
And the relationship dynamics! Tension, tenderness, the little moments that grab you just so. Perfection. It’s layered and real and messy in the most human kinda way.
I need this book out in the world already! I need fan art. I need to squeal about it with other people. This release cannot come fast enough.
Also. The pacing? So Good. No filler, no drag, and the perfect sequence of emotional beats. I devoured this hecking thing like woah.
And the relationship dynamics! Tension, tenderness, the little moments that grab you just so. Perfection. It’s layered and real and messy in the most human kinda way.
I need this book out in the world already! I need fan art. I need to squeal about it with other people. This release cannot come fast enough.
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