The “Elizabethan Sea Dogs” series of nautical fiction novels awaits your reading pleasure!
“Cry ‘Havoc,’ and let slip the dogs of war” ~ William Shakespeare
VOYAGE OF REPRISAL is the first book in the “Elizabethan Sea Dogs” series, a richly researched trilogy of nautical historical fiction books set in the 16th Century age of sail. During the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, English seafarers battle Spanish galleons for control of New World trade routes. Meanwhile, King Philip II of Spain builds a mighty Armada to invade England and overthrow the upstart queen.
The series transports readers to the counterreformation and renaissance era, when England and Spain vied for dominance abroad and the souls of their people back home. The novels contain exquisite details about life and death aboard sailing warships. They realistically depict the hijinks of pirates and privateers on the high seas. English sea dogs pursue wealth, fame, and vengeance while fighting their sovereign’s proxy wars. Spanish military leaders struggle to protect their king’s far-flung maritime possessions from foreign interlopers. These are swashbuckling tales filled with high drama, deep character development, gut-wrenching pathos, and cinematic action. I trust you will enjoy them.
VOYAGE OF REPRISAL follows the adventures of Captain Richard Hawthorne and his intrepid crew aboard the galleon Elanor Rose as they sail forth in 1585 to plunder a Spanish treasure fleet. The voyage is fraught with risk – harsh weather, simmering internal dissent among the crew, and the lurking threat of shadowing Spanish warships. If they prevail in their audacious quest, rewards and retribution will be found in the wilds of the New World. This is a finely crafted nautical saga that blends historic realism, brutal swashbuckling action, and deeply human drama. The story explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, vengeance, and survival aboard a vessel bound for both fortune and peril.
THE ENGLISH CORSAIR is a sequel about Robert Lawton, a forlorn and nearly destitute young sea officer who survived a tragic privateering voyage only to be jailed back home for smuggling a stash of Spanish silver into England. After regaining his freedom he is forced into a spy mission abroad to make amends for his crimes. While conducting an undercover assignment in Spain he finds clues about the fates of a lost treasure ship and his missing friends. Before he can exploit that intelligence, he must partner with vicious French pirates and fight a war with Spain.
ARMADA: THE INVINCIBLE is the third book in the series; a stand-alone dramatic retelling of the 1588 Battle of the Spanish Armada. The story is told from the perspectives of the English and Spanish sides. Readers are immersed in a multi-day running sea battle off the coast of England and partake of its tragic aftermath. Some characters from the previous two books (such as Robert Lawton) appear in fictional subplots but the overall narrative features historical characters (such as Queen Elizabeth I, Lord Charles Howard and Sir Francis Drake), as well as noteworthy Spanish officers from the opposing side. The overall story remains faithful to history and is quite detailed. Lively action and dramatic events unfold in a novelized format, bringing the famous sea battle to life. The stakes are high – England’s independence and the future of the Spanish empire hang in the balance as Queen Elizabeth’s pirate admirals strive to halt the Spanish juggernaut.
Book three of series (stand-alone)
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Kevin J. Glynn, author
About the Author
Kevin J. Glynn earned a bachelor of arts degree in Journalism from the University of Rhode Island and has a background in naval intelligence. He served as a special agent with the U. S. Naval Criminal Investigative Service for 24 years before retiring with his wife near the beach in the southeastern United States.
Kevin brings a unique authenticity to his Elizabethan Sea Dogs novels, blending his naval background with a passion for maritime history. The result is a compelling series that vividly brings to life the age of sail, privateering, and political intrigue. Kevin’s sea tales are perfect for readers who appreciate Patrick O’Brien (the Aubrey/Maturin series), Herman Melville (Moby Dick), and Robert Louis Stevenson (Treasure Island). Readers of more contemporary works, such as Michael Crichton’s “Pirate Latitudes” or Andrew Wareham’s “The Call of the Sea” series will enjoy reading Kevin’s novels
Kevin’s first novel, “VOYAGE OF REPRISAL,” took him 11 years to write and edit while he was managing his career and helping to raise a family. Once he retired, he was able to write, edit, and Indie-publish a sequel, “THE ENGLISH CORSAIR,” in one year. His third book is titled: “ARMADA: THE INVINCIBLE.” These nautical fiction novels fall under the “Elizabethan Sea Dogs” nautical fiction series that is set in the renaissance period. These are epic sea tales, filled with intrigue, action & adventure, personal conflicts, and war at sea. Kevin carefully researched his material and filled his books with accurate details, fascinating characters, and a page-turning storylines.
VOYAGE OF REPRISAL - a nautical fiction novel by Kevin J. Glynn 