The Tern Schooner

Gideon Markham, mourning the loss of his family, seeks solace at sea, embracing his legacy as a privateer in the Gulf of Mexico. As he battles British forces, he encounters formidable challenges including pirates, mutiny, and a British invasion, all while navigating the complexities of the captivating widow, Maria-Anna de Suarez. With her bold plans to venture into enemy territory, Gideon finds himself both intrigued and overwhelmed in this action-packed historical novel by Walter Jon Williams.