I am very excited to be working alongside The Coffee Pot Book Club to bring you your next great reads. I was asked if I would like to read a copy of Tony Riches book, Drake - Tudor Corsair, the first in The Elizabethan series and I jumped at the chance. Before we get to my reviews, let's first take a look at the blurb and the very beautiful cover.
1564
Devon sailor Francis Drake sets out on a journey of adventure.
Drake learns of routes used to transport Spanish silver and gold, and risks his life in an audacious plan to steal a fortune.
Queen Elizabeth is intrigued by Drake and secretly encourages his piracy. Her unlikely champion becomes a national hero, sailing around the world in the Golden Hind and attacking the Spanish fleet.
King Philip of Spain has enough of Drake’s plunder and orders an armada to threaten the future of England.
My Review
I had, of course, heard of Sir Francis Drake, but apart from his role defeating the Spanish Armada, I didn't know that much about him. This novel has shined a light on the man and his life. I thought the depiction of Sir Francis Drake was realistic and strangely relatable. He is a man of action and remarkable courage. I thought Tony Riches did an excellent job at his portrayal.
Tony Riches is a new author for me, but this book won't be the last of his I read.
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