Michael Crichton as you've never seen him -- an irresistible tale of swashbuckling pirates in the New World, a classic story of treasure and betrayal.
'A terrific novelist ... He could make most readers lose sleep all night and call in sick the next day' San Francisco Chronicle tHE ICONIC BEStSELLER AS YOU'VE NEVER SEEN HIM BEFOREAn irresistible tale of swashbuckling pirates in the New World; a classic story of treasure and betrayal Jamaica in 1665 is a rough outpost of the English crown, a minor colony holding out against the vast supremacy of the Spanish empire. Port Royal, Jamaica's capital, a cut-throat town of taverns, grog shops, and bawdy houses, is devoid of London's luxuries; life here can end swiftly with dysentery or a dagger in your back.But for Captain Charles Hunter it is a life that can also lead to riches, if he abides by the island's code. In the name of His Majesty King Charles II of England, gold in Spanish hands is gold for the taking.Word in port is that the Spanish treasure galleon El trinidad, fresh from New Spain, is stalled in nearby Matanceros harbour awaiting repairs. With the help of his cunning crew, Hunter hijacks El trinidad and escapes the deadly clutches of its commander, the blood-swilling Cazalla, leaving plenty of carnage in his wake. But his troubles have just begun ...'A master' Los Angeles times'Crichton writes superbly ... the excitement rises with each page' Chicago tribune
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"I know I give a lot of 5-star ratings, but here is one that is near perfect! I was surprisingly sucked into this book. I didn't really know what to expect, but once involved, I couldn't put it down! Highly recommended for any Michael Crichton fan!"
— Stefu (5 out of 5 stars)
" Not close to up to Michael Chrichton standards. I kept hoping. It was a 'found' manuscript posthumously published which I didn't realize when I purchased it at a sale. Not worth the time. "
— Megan, 2/15/2014" Loved this book! A fun and entertaining story. "
— Aaron, 2/13/2014" Pirate Latitudes is a lot of fun, plus you get Michael Chrichton's ability to keep the plot rolling. I especially liked the woman pirate, and the down-to-earth perspective on the politics of the time. A good summer adventure! "
— Karin, 2/13/2014" I think this was pretty average. I liked the storyline....Captain Hunter wants to go after a Spanish galleon for it's onboard treasure. Of course there are shady politics, rough sailors, trustworthy and untrustworthy crew members, battles, etc. All the typical fare for pirate stories. I just found the characters a bit unmemorable. The story was fun, fast-paced but I just didn't find the characters very memorable. I doubt I'll remember the specifics of this book in the years to come. "
— Mirah, 2/3/2014" Good action and adventure, but the main character--Charles Hunter--clever guy and part-time pirate, was not sympathetic enough for me to really root for him. Maybe one of Crichton's drafts, rather than the final draft? "
— Julie, 2/3/2014" This was my first Michael Crichton novel. I will definitely read another Crichton book. "
— Kevin, 2/3/2014" The one and only book I disliked from him! "
— Christina, 1/30/2014" Entertaining with a classic feel to it. Though it dragged in parts, I still found myself cheering for the pirates. "
— Noreen, 1/22/2014" Audiobook.......Relatively engaging tale of piracy, politics, and treasure. Not bad, not great. "
— Ferris, 1/19/2014" Fast paced action with good humour and very easy to read. Follows the exploits of a privateer in the Caribbean as he and his crew try to claim a Spanish ship full of treasure. "
— Rich, 1/4/2014" You just can't go wrong with pirates! "
— Elysse, 12/18/2013Michael Crichton (1942–2008) is one of the most prolific bestselling authors of all time with over 200 million copies sold worldwide, in forty languages, including Jurassic Park, The Lost World, Sphere, Next, Prey, Disclosure, Eaters of the Dead, and Congo. His books have been adapted into fifteen films, most notably Jurassic Park directed by Steven Spielberg which launched one of the highest-grossing entertainment franchises of all time. A remarkable and versatile talent, Crichton wrote and directed several films including Westworld, The Great Train Robbery (based on his novel), and Coma and created the television series ER. He received his MD from Harvard Medical School and was a postdoctoral fellow at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies. After writing novels under the pseudonyms John Lange and Jeffery Hudson while he was still a medical student, his first bestseller as Michael Crichton, The Andromeda Strain, was adapted into a classic film.
John Bedford Lloyd, Earphones Award–winning narrator, is a graduate of the Yale School of Drama, has appeared in many major motion pictures, including The Bourne Supremacy, Crossing Delancey, The Abyss, The Manchurian Candidate, and Philadelphia. His television credits include Suits, Pan Am, Law & Order, Spin City, and The West Wing.