Romancing the Pirate

Pirate #2

by Michelle Beattie

THE SEA NEVER FORGETS ...

Alicia Davidson had always been told that the loss of her memory and the scar she carried on her beautiful face were the results of a childhood fall. But when her beloved father dies, she discovers the truth --- she was found unconscious on a beach after a pirate attack. Her despair is broken by a glimmer of hope: the sister she lost so long ago may be alive. And only one man can help Alicia find her ...

BUT IT MAY FORGIVE ...

Blake Merritt left Port Royal and the Davidson household years ago, vowing never to return. So when he finds Alicia stowed away on his ship, he is none too pleased. Not because he isn't drawn to her --- but because of his own bloody past. As Alicia's memories resurface, Blake is forced to face the demons that have haunted him. And together, they begin to heal ... but will their different dreams tear them apart?

Genres: Historical Romance, Romance, Historical, Pirates

320 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published August 28, 2009

About the author

International bestselling author Michelle Beattie has been writing since 1995. She sold her first book, What a Pirate Desires, in 2007.

Since then she finished her 5 book pirate series, wrote a well-received historical western series and is currently writing a contemporary romance series.

Despite the genre, you'll find Michelle likes to write about strong women and characters that'll linger in your heart long after the book is done.

Reviews

[Jery · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not a bad read but not super engrossing for me. I liked that the heroine started out strong and atypical - but it seemed like all the usual stereotypes were in force by the end of the book.

[Anna · Rating 3 out of 5]

Diese Geschichte hatte so viel Potential! Zumindest empfand ich das so, als ich den Grundgedanken der Handlung verstanden hatte. Es wurde leider nicht ganz ausgeschöpft.
Die erste Hälfte des Buches war wirklich nicht schlecht. Ich kam zwar nicht richtig in die Geschichte hinein und hatte Probleme mit dem Erzählstil, weil es nicht richtig flüssig für mich wurde, aber die Handlung war zumindest interessant.
Dann fand ich, hätte man es auch gerne enden lassen können. Aber es ging noch weiter und die nächsten Stellen fand ich teils so zäh, dass ich die Seiten überfliegen musste und das Buch eigentlich nur schnell beenden wollte.
Zum Glück wurde es dann aber nochmal besser und ich habe wieder richtig lesen können. Es kam ein wenig Drama und ein bisschen Emotion auf.
Es nahm dann ein schönes Ende. Die Geschichte war wirklich nett, aber meiner Meinung nach einfach schlecht gemacht. Ich war überhaupt nicht gefesselt oder auch nur in einem angenehmen Lesefluss. Ich war einfach froh als es vorbei war.

[Nyssy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Witty... charming ... and a nice easy read.

[Heather Hansen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked it!!! I read it straight through

[Letschat1974 · Rating 4 out of 5]

i found all 5 books in this series well written and followed the same format. witty dialog, good characters, story you can cruise along with and the romance piece balanced. a few hot kisses, about 70% mark first love making scene and a few afterwards towards the last 30% (not as detailed ). i read the last book first and found that it was much better reading a second time after reading the first 4 books in their order (would recommend others to read the series in order, believe it would be more enjoyable). 4 out of 5

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Alicia is a blacksmith on a Caribbean island, in a shop she inherited from her father. She is left a note from her recently dead father that she has a sister, Samantha, and was found on the island at the age of 12. Alicia is determined to find Sam, but so is the evil son of the evil plantation owner who took in Sam after their ship was attacked and wrecked by pirates. Alicia stows away on a ship to find her. Or something. Anyway, she meets Blake Merritt - and gasp! They have more in common than they thought and must uncoil the family bonds as best they can. They are also in danger and argue about whether to live on the ship or in the blacksmith shop (flimsy conflict). All the solid romance elements are in place, it is just set in the islands and they sail. Not earth shattering, but not terrible either.

[Nancy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Alicia Davidson, seeking to find her long-lost sister, stows away aboard Blake Merritt’s ship in the Caribbean. When the privateer discovers her, he banishes her to his cabin, resolving not to be swayed by her beauty. Nonetheless, he ends up aiding her in her quest. Old enemies resurface to threaten their blooming relationship. Can Blake let go of the past and embrace his future before he loses Alicia’s regard?

[CJ - It's only a Paper Moon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty good pirate read. I know that I'll be giving this away on bookswap because I can't find the first book.

You don't have to read the first book before you read this one but I highly recommend that you do "What a Pirate Desires" sets up the reason for Alicia getting on the ship in the first place.

[Barbara ★ · Rating 3 out of 5]

A very typical pirate tale. Alicia disguises herself as a boy and stows-away on Blake's pirate ship because he refuses to help her find her sister. Alicia and Blake fall in love amidst pirate attacks. Blake won't leave the sea and Alicia can't leave the land, they split and are miserable. Well you get the picture. Not bad but not great either.

[Regan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Definitely a fun read. Much better than book 1. The characters really clicked on this one and the scenic descriptions were vivid.

[Danielles · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well, its a good read, good story and the end was very good!
Till next time,..............part 3!

[Jolan · Rating 5 out of 5]

this book was good, very interesting