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More than two decades ago, I began reviewing books for Appraisal: Science Books for Young People, The Book Report, Library Media Connection, and School Library Journal. Later, I reviewed books online for Ivy Quill Reviews and Simply E-Books. Today, I review historical novels and history books for Historical Novels Review and piratical and maritime fiction and non-fiction for Pirates and Privateers. If you would like me to review your latest pirate or maritime book, please contact me. ~ Cindy Vallar

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Latest Reviews

How Britain Won the War of 1812 by Brian Arthur
This book examines how the effectiveness of the Royal Navy's blockade of the United States during the war played a crucial role in the conflict's outcome.

The Chocolate Pirate Plot by JoAnna Carl
A trio of pirates board various boats cruising on Lake Michigan, but these visitors only entertain, never steal. Then one of the summer workers at Warner Pier goes missing, a body is found in the lake, and rumors fly that heartthrob Marco Spear, who stars in Young Blackbeard is coming to the resort and Lee McKinney finds herself involved in murder and mayhem.

The Curse of Captain LaFoote by Eddie Jones
A tragic fire on Christmas Eve displaces Ricky Bradshaw. Before the night's out, he's transported back in time to 1700 aboard a pirate captained by the notorious LaFoote.

Pirate: The Golden Age by Angus Konstam and David Rickman
The authors strip away the myths of piracy during the most prolific period when these rogues preyed upon the sea to show through words and pictures the true pirates of the Caribbean.

Warships of the Napoleonic Era by Robert Gardiner
Gardiner examines the design, development, and deployment of naval vessels during the Age of Sail. Primary emphasis is on the British Royal Navy, but other navies of other nations are also discussed.

Treasure Island: The Untold Story by John Amrhein, Jr.
The author delves into the historical events and people that inspired the most famous pirate story, Treasure Island.

Charlotte Jane Battles Bedtime by Myra Wolfe and illustrated by Maria Monescillo
A pirate prodigy from birth, Charlotte Jane scoffs at bedtime. That's just for landlubbers. But what happens when Charlotte Jane loses her oomph?

Pirate Nap: A Book of Colors by Danna Smith and illustrated by Valeria Petrone
Within a house on Spyglass Street live pirates on the prowl. They seek treasure here, there, and everywhere to avoid the dreaded nap!

The Black Corsair by Emilio Salgari
After his nemesis hangs his only surviving brother, the Black Corsair vows to avenge his depth. He enlists the aid of the notorious L'Ollonais and the other buccaneers to capture the governor of Maracaibo, the richest jewel in the Spanish Main. But dangers abound, not just in the jungles, but also in the guise of a beautiful Flemish duchess, who falls in love with the Black Corsair.

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