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Red Jacket: The Autobiography of Calista Antoine
by
Mark Bondurant
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It’s 1892, the fourth and nastiest year of the Civil War. With war prices for some things going through the roof, there are some cargoes that are too tempting, tucked down in places too risky, and a ship captain has to weigh both if he wants to make a profit and stay afloat. Last I saw my parents, they were going to do the sugar run to Jamaica. Up in the cold North sugar c
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Sweeping, simple yet moving saga of Cali of the Sea, daughter of a ship’s captain, who grows up to be a duchess. This is a story of her journey along with her family from Africa, France, Portugal, to Congo and back to France.
In 1892, Calista Carmichael is a young girl playing the violin and traveling on a ship. The British-Portugal strategic hegemonic designs on the African region, the power play by Germans, French, Belgium and Confederacy are all here and Calista survives it all with the help o ...more
In 1892, Calista Carmichael is a young girl playing the violin and traveling on a ship. The British-Portugal strategic hegemonic designs on the African region, the power play by Germans, French, Belgium and Confederacy are all here and Calista survives it all with the help o ...more
Alternative history, steam punk, adventure, romance.
This is my second Bondurant book and I really love how he's able to mix genres so well. I'm not a fan of historical fiction, but I do love romance and adventure, two big parts of this book. As such, I was hooked immediately and read this much quicker than I've been reading most books lately. I think another reason I was so drawn into this is the voice of the female protagonist who narrates the story. Although this is set during the Civil War, h ...more
This is my second Bondurant book and I really love how he's able to mix genres so well. I'm not a fan of historical fiction, but I do love romance and adventure, two big parts of this book. As such, I was hooked immediately and read this much quicker than I've been reading most books lately. I think another reason I was so drawn into this is the voice of the female protagonist who narrates the story. Although this is set during the Civil War, h ...more
Red Jacket by M. Bondurant is unforgettable book. Right from the very beginning you will feel like a participant of the story. The author is able to capture great historical details, accurately portrays characters and includes in the story many exciting moments.
I can definitely recommend this novel to all readers, who love historical fantasy novels and thrilling adventure stories.
---I received this book through Goodreads First Reads, thanks to the author.
I can definitely recommend this novel to all readers, who love historical fantasy novels and thrilling adventure stories.
---I received this book through Goodreads First Reads, thanks to the author.
I absolutely loved this book! Red Jacket will truly take you on a journey. I feel my review will do little justice for an amazing author and book. It is not a romanticized rendition of pirates, nor of princes, but rather a realistic, first person account as told by Cali a young girl born to a life at sea. She has the best of ship mates, wonderful caring parents, and a good ship to call home. When war breaks out, tough times are had by all and so her family and crew go looking for better business
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fantastic book ,, i enjoy every word of this book ,, Just i can read and read this book whole my life ,, Love This wonderful book :)
I really enjoyed this historical fantasy.Through Callie,I felt like I was living through this period in American history,and experiencing life on a great sailing ship.I intend to give this book to my granddaughter because she will enjoy it as much as I did.
I don't usually read this type of books but damn I enjoyed this one so much!
Recommended for everyone who's not familiar with the genre, trust me, you will want to read more.
I would change a few things in the book but that didn't stop me from liking it :)
Recommended for everyone who's not familiar with the genre, trust me, you will want to read more.
I would change a few things in the book but that didn't stop me from liking it :)
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