In 1674, Captain Kidd aboard the Adventure Galley, narrowly escaped the attack of Captain Henry Morgan, a privateer who returned to the Caribbean after a few years of captivity in England, at the request of the Queen of Spain, for storming Panama City with more than 1,000 men. Henry Morgan, a poor navigator but an excellent strategist, had a reputation for being the cruelest pirate of his time, but Charles II, King of England, nevertheless decided to appoint him a knight.Henry Morgan plundered many treasures, but mutineers will steal the most precious he has ever possessed.This novel, based on real events, evokes Captains Kidd and Morgan's lives, leading readers on a hectic adventure.
Marie-Helene Therrien Books
Marie-Hélène Therrien is an author whose work delves into the depths of French literature and creative writing. Her passion for literary exploration is evident in her novel and essay, where she examines themes through insightful analysis. Therrien leverages her extensive background in journalism, history, and cinema to enrich her narrative approach. Her multifaceted experiences, including translation and radio broadcasting, contribute to her distinctive literary perspective.


Captain Henry Morgan, once vilified, was now being held in honour by the King and noblemen. All Henry wanted was a life of adventure, not one of conformity, but it had all been ruined and was meaningless since the death of his beloved, Elisabeth. Will the Captain successfully navigate the treacherous world of politics as he did the high seas? Despite the King's mandate, will he find the desire to accept his vocation?