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Mac Travis Adventures #1
First Bite: Steven Becker Starter Library
First Bite contains the first book in three of Steven Becker's series:
Wood’s Reef
"A riveting tale of intrigue and terrorism, Key West characters in their full glory! Fast paced and continually changing direction Mr Becker has me hooked on his skillful and adventurous tales from the Conch Republic!"
It's easy to become invisible in the Florida Keys. Mac Travis was doing his best to keep a low profile: diving, fishing, and enough salvage work to pay his bills. It's a good life until he discovers something while spearfishing that could change the pristine Keys forever.
Pirate
"A gripping tale of pirate adventure off the coast of 19th Century Florida!"
After decades at seas, pirate legend Jose' Gasparilla is prepared to retire. As he and his crew split their treasure, the promise of one final prize lures the ship back into action. Little do they know that the purported riches are nothing but a trap set by the fledgling U.S. Navy!
Bonefish Blues
"I just couldn't put this book down. A great plot filled with action. Steven Becker brings each character to life, allowing the reader to become immersed in the plot."
A mob boss and a corrupt realtor team up to sell a pristine island in the Florida Keys - but the island has secrets that the brochures doesn't show. When a local fishing guide sees something not meant for his eyes, he becomes embroiled in their plot, trying to save his own life as well as the island.
Wood’s Reef
"A riveting tale of intrigue and terrorism, Key West characters in their full glory! Fast paced and continually changing direction Mr Becker has me hooked on his skillful and adventurous tales from the Conch Republic!"
It's easy to become invisible in the Florida Keys. Mac Travis was doing his best to keep a low profile: diving, fishing, and enough salvage work to pay his bills. It's a good life until he discovers something while spearfishing that could change the pristine Keys forever.
Pirate
"A gripping tale of pirate adventure off the coast of 19th Century Florida!"
After decades at seas, pirate legend Jose' Gasparilla is prepared to retire. As he and his crew split their treasure, the promise of one final prize lures the ship back into action. Little do they know that the purported riches are nothing but a trap set by the fledgling U.S. Navy!
Bonefish Blues
"I just couldn't put this book down. A great plot filled with action. Steven Becker brings each character to life, allowing the reader to become immersed in the plot."
A mob boss and a corrupt realtor team up to sell a pristine island in the Florida Keys - but the island has secrets that the brochures doesn't show. When a local fishing guide sees something not meant for his eyes, he becomes embroiled in their plot, trying to save his own life as well as the island.
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675 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 14, 2016
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July 11, 2019
Wood’s Reef
Florida Keys Island, FL. To make a living Mac Travis dives, fishes, & collects salvage.
10/27/1962, Truman ATC, N2442 is low on fuel.
Joe Ward (USN Piolet) was explaining to Machinist Mate Woodson, & Aviation Ordnance man Captain Jim Gillum what had happened.
They were not happy at all with what Jim had done.
2 MK101-Lulu nukes are sitting at the bottom of the ocean.
42’ steel hull trawler. Alan Trufante (Cajun), & Mac were unloading their lobster traps.
The GPS was sensing something.
Jerry Doans was out in his rented 22’ boat watching the 2 of them.
Alan, & Mac were enjoying their beers & the coke/ecstasy they bought from Behzad (Arab, gay BMF).
Mac, & Joe Wood went to see Captain Gillum (Key West Naval Station C/O).
Marathon. Mac called Melanie “Mel” Woodson (Davies & Ass. ACLU lawyer) to let her know Joe was in the Fisherman’s Hospital.
Jules took Alan to the hospital.
What were VP Joe Ward, & Captain Gillum discussing?
What were Jerry, Behzad, Cesar (Mexican supplier), & Ibrahim (Behzad’s secret gay partner) up to?
Pirate Tides of Fortune: Book 1
1821, Gasparilla Island (FL). Captain Jose' “Gaspar” Gasparilla (pirate legend) had Nick (13, cabin boy, narrator) divvy up/record the booty to each crew member from their last heist.
A frigate with the Union Jack had pulled up close to the Floridablanca (longboat) & started hurling projectiles at it. All hell broke loose.
Cannon balls & shrapnel were taken its toll.
It soon started to capsize. Everyman for himself.
There were 10 men & 5 boats headed for shore as fast as they could row.
Rhames told Nick the next plan.
The USN was in hot pursuit of them.
Nick didn’t think their 1st plan was a good idea.
The crew were headed for Estero Bay.
A large loggerhead turtle was the evenings meal.
Not good. Jean Laffite Cajun), & some of his crew had escaped Galveston & were running from the USN. The were camped on the same island.
It was time to move on.
They were down to 6 men & 2 boats now.
Along the way they had picked up Rory (girl) from an Indian camp where she had been a prisoner.
Captain Nick, Rhames, Swift (crew), Red (crew), Johnnie (crew), Swift, Mason, & Syd enjoyed Rory’s cooking.
Chief Osceola (Seminole) had assigned Blue (Seminole legendary tracker/guide), & Lucy (pygmy woman) to take the crew to safety.
Rhames who had been wounded & was slowly dying was attend by Lucy (healer).
Dried deer meat & coconut milk kept the crew going.
Change of plans they were headed for Cayo Hueso island.
Joshua Appleby & his crew were following in their boat close by.
2 fish were snagged brought aboard supper was going to be grand.
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one. All thoughts & opinions are entirely my own.
A very awesome book cover, & great font/writing style. 3 very well written pirate sea adventure books. They were all very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. They could all make great pirate sea adventure movie, or better yet a mini TV series. There is no doubt in my mind this is a very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free White Marlin Press; BookFunnel; Author; PDF book
Tony Parsons (Washburn; MSW)
Florida Keys Island, FL. To make a living Mac Travis dives, fishes, & collects salvage.
10/27/1962, Truman ATC, N2442 is low on fuel.
Joe Ward (USN Piolet) was explaining to Machinist Mate Woodson, & Aviation Ordnance man Captain Jim Gillum what had happened.
They were not happy at all with what Jim had done.
2 MK101-Lulu nukes are sitting at the bottom of the ocean.
42’ steel hull trawler. Alan Trufante (Cajun), & Mac were unloading their lobster traps.
The GPS was sensing something.
Jerry Doans was out in his rented 22’ boat watching the 2 of them.
Alan, & Mac were enjoying their beers & the coke/ecstasy they bought from Behzad (Arab, gay BMF).
Mac, & Joe Wood went to see Captain Gillum (Key West Naval Station C/O).
Marathon. Mac called Melanie “Mel” Woodson (Davies & Ass. ACLU lawyer) to let her know Joe was in the Fisherman’s Hospital.
Jules took Alan to the hospital.
What were VP Joe Ward, & Captain Gillum discussing?
What were Jerry, Behzad, Cesar (Mexican supplier), & Ibrahim (Behzad’s secret gay partner) up to?
Pirate Tides of Fortune: Book 1
1821, Gasparilla Island (FL). Captain Jose' “Gaspar” Gasparilla (pirate legend) had Nick (13, cabin boy, narrator) divvy up/record the booty to each crew member from their last heist.
A frigate with the Union Jack had pulled up close to the Floridablanca (longboat) & started hurling projectiles at it. All hell broke loose.
Cannon balls & shrapnel were taken its toll.
It soon started to capsize. Everyman for himself.
There were 10 men & 5 boats headed for shore as fast as they could row.
Rhames told Nick the next plan.
The USN was in hot pursuit of them.
Nick didn’t think their 1st plan was a good idea.
The crew were headed for Estero Bay.
A large loggerhead turtle was the evenings meal.
Not good. Jean Laffite Cajun), & some of his crew had escaped Galveston & were running from the USN. The were camped on the same island.
It was time to move on.
They were down to 6 men & 2 boats now.
Along the way they had picked up Rory (girl) from an Indian camp where she had been a prisoner.
Captain Nick, Rhames, Swift (crew), Red (crew), Johnnie (crew), Swift, Mason, & Syd enjoyed Rory’s cooking.
Chief Osceola (Seminole) had assigned Blue (Seminole legendary tracker/guide), & Lucy (pygmy woman) to take the crew to safety.
Rhames who had been wounded & was slowly dying was attend by Lucy (healer).
Dried deer meat & coconut milk kept the crew going.
Change of plans they were headed for Cayo Hueso island.
Joshua Appleby & his crew were following in their boat close by.
2 fish were snagged brought aboard supper was going to be grand.
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one. All thoughts & opinions are entirely my own.
A very awesome book cover, & great font/writing style. 3 very well written pirate sea adventure books. They were all very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. They could all make great pirate sea adventure movie, or better yet a mini TV series. There is no doubt in my mind this is a very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free White Marlin Press; BookFunnel; Author; PDF book
Tony Parsons (Washburn; MSW)
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February 24, 2023Author giftedWood’s Reef
"A riveting tale of intrigue and terrorism, Key West characters in their full glory! Fast paced and continually changing direction Mr Becker has me hooked on his skillful and adventurous tales from the Conch Republic!"
It's easy to become invisible in the Florida Keys. Mac Travis was doing his best to keep a low profile: diving, fishing, and enough salvage work to pay his bills. It's a good life until he discovers something while spearfishing that could change the pristine Keys forever.
Pirate
"A gripping tale of pirate adventure off the coast of 19th Century Florida!"
After decades at seas, pirate legend Jose' Gasparilla is prepared to retire. As he and his crew split their treasure, the promise of one final prize lures the ship back into action. Little do they know that the purported riches are nothing but a trap set by the fledgling U.S. Navy!
Backwater Bay
"I just couldn't put this book down. A great plot filled with action. Steven Becker brings each character to life, allowing the reader to become immersed in the plot."
When a body is found floating in the mangroves of Biscayne National Park, Special Agent Kurt Hunter has his first real case. He’s not looking for the spotlight or notoriety—he’s had both with disastrous results. But that seems unavoidable as the trail leads him to South Beach and his introduction to the culture there is anything but comfortable.
In the National Parks Service’s version of the witness protection program, Kurt quickly finds out that the pristine waters surrounding Miami are very different from the National Forest he transferred from. Follow Kurt through this new world as he unearths a crooked families greed to solve the case.
"A riveting tale of intrigue and terrorism, Key West characters in their full glory! Fast paced and continually changing direction Mr Becker has me hooked on his skillful and adventurous tales from the Conch Republic!"
It's easy to become invisible in the Florida Keys. Mac Travis was doing his best to keep a low profile: diving, fishing, and enough salvage work to pay his bills. It's a good life until he discovers something while spearfishing that could change the pristine Keys forever.
Pirate
"A gripping tale of pirate adventure off the coast of 19th Century Florida!"
After decades at seas, pirate legend Jose' Gasparilla is prepared to retire. As he and his crew split their treasure, the promise of one final prize lures the ship back into action. Little do they know that the purported riches are nothing but a trap set by the fledgling U.S. Navy!
Backwater Bay
"I just couldn't put this book down. A great plot filled with action. Steven Becker brings each character to life, allowing the reader to become immersed in the plot."
When a body is found floating in the mangroves of Biscayne National Park, Special Agent Kurt Hunter has his first real case. He’s not looking for the spotlight or notoriety—he’s had both with disastrous results. But that seems unavoidable as the trail leads him to South Beach and his introduction to the culture there is anything but comfortable.
In the National Parks Service’s version of the witness protection program, Kurt quickly finds out that the pristine waters surrounding Miami are very different from the National Forest he transferred from. Follow Kurt through this new world as he unearths a crooked families greed to solve the case.
June 7, 2020
Very entertaining
This ebook had 3 different books, each the beginning of a series. My biggest problem now is to decide on which of the exciting adventures to read first! The writer did a great job of making each story a totally different experience. I normally read other genres, but I am so happy with this author that I will only be reading him for some time, until I go thru them all!
This ebook had 3 different books, each the beginning of a series. My biggest problem now is to decide on which of the exciting adventures to read first! The writer did a great job of making each story a totally different experience. I normally read other genres, but I am so happy with this author that I will only be reading him for some time, until I go thru them all!
May 6, 2019
It is seldom that I get a box set where all the books are GREAT. This was a starter set and I loved all 3 of the books. Steven Becker writes like Clive Cussler Dirk Pitt style with the setting being in the Keys of Florida. I am looking forward to reading a lot more of his books. Give Steve a try and I promise you willl not be sorry. Just love his style.
May 24, 2020
First Bite
I enjoyed the first story most. It gets five stars. The second story had too much "boating language" for me. However, I did still enjoy the investigation. It gets four stars. The third story was about some pirates running from the Navy a couple of centuries ago. Again, too much nautical language and sailing description for my interest. It gets 2.5 stars.
I enjoyed the first story most. It gets five stars. The second story had too much "boating language" for me. However, I did still enjoy the investigation. It gets four stars. The third story was about some pirates running from the Navy a couple of centuries ago. Again, too much nautical language and sailing description for my interest. It gets 2.5 stars.
May 25, 2020
Each one of these books is the first book in three different series. And I want to say that I am loving these series and want to read all the rest of the books. Mr. Becker is a great storyteller and a really good writer. I cannot find any fault with anything that he did. These books are just awesome!!
May 29, 2020
Best Non-Stop Action in Print!
Fellow readers, if you like reading fast-paced type action with no slow-down, not even at the end of any chapter and don't mind not being able to stop for the night, then this is the author for you! My only criticism is that this and all books have to come to an end! Not even a lull paragraph to catch your breath!
Fellow readers, if you like reading fast-paced type action with no slow-down, not even at the end of any chapter and don't mind not being able to stop for the night, then this is the author for you! My only criticism is that this and all books have to come to an end! Not even a lull paragraph to catch your breath!
May 23, 2020
Fast paced excitement and mystery
Was a wonderful book to read , I enjoyed the characters and all the twists and turns. A totally can't wait to reach the end and solve the mystery!
Was a wonderful book to read , I enjoyed the characters and all the twists and turns. A totally can't wait to reach the end and solve the mystery!
July 24, 2020
A great starter set
Steven Becker is a great author of the action and adventure genre. This set provides a good introduction to his style and some interesting characters. I look forward to reading more of the stories in all of these series.
Steven Becker is a great author of the action and adventure genre. This set provides a good introduction to his style and some interesting characters. I look forward to reading more of the stories in all of these series.
November 27, 2020
Fabulous and Exciting
Steven Becker is a great writer. If you like South Florida and The Florida Keys then these books are for you. Pirate is especially outstanding - truly excellent!!
Steven Becker is a great writer. If you like South Florida and The Florida Keys then these books are for you. Pirate is especially outstanding - truly excellent!!
February 17, 2021
A great starter set
This collection of books is fast paced, characters are strong and the storylines are engaging. The descriptive text for the mix of settings draws the reader in and you are there with the characters.
Certainly will read more from this author
This collection of books is fast paced, characters are strong and the storylines are engaging. The descriptive text for the mix of settings draws the reader in and you are there with the characters.
Certainly will read more from this author
April 3, 2023
First Bite
This is a pretty good series. That said, the first book is terrible and not worth reading. Since the books have nothing to do with each other, do yourself a favor and skip the first book (Wood's Reef).
This is a pretty good series. That said, the first book is terrible and not worth reading. Since the books have nothing to do with each other, do yourself a favor and skip the first book (Wood's Reef).
May 24, 2020
Enjoyable read
I got caught up in the storytelling, the plots and twists kept me from wanting to put. The book down till I finished it.
I got caught up in the storytelling, the plots and twists kept me from wanting to put. The book down till I finished it.
July 4, 2020
Three great books
I've read several books by this author, and have thoroughly enjoyed each one. This set gives the first book in three series, and they are all quite good.
I've read several books by this author, and have thoroughly enjoyed each one. This set gives the first book in three series, and they are all quite good.
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July 5, 2020Good story well-written with good characters and a solid story line this should be popular with history readers and the adventure fans
June 12, 2024
a sampler of 3 different series from a good author
I enjoyed the sample from the 3 series
I really liked the Wood’s series enough to read 6 books in the series
I enjoyed the sample from the 3 series
I really liked the Wood’s series enough to read 6 books in the series
July 27, 2020
Great
Good read like all the different explanations on boating and pirates. Will read his other books and series too. Too
Good read like all the different explanations on boating and pirates. Will read his other books and series too. Too
December 14, 2023
Good. Read all three and enjoyed them. Stories connected well. Pleasant reading.
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