Multiple points drew me into this plot. Historic treasure hunting and long forgotten artifacts ... lost journals and family ties. This books delves into a fascinating mystery that revolves around the Caribbean during the 17th century. It's a must read for those who love reading histories blended seamlessly into a stellar treasure hunting plot.

This wasn't my normal cup of tea as I tend to read more historic romance, but I love history and the Caribbean. The gift of knowledge was only surpassed by the easy, but professional writing style and well developed characters. I cared for them from the bat and saw them clearly within my mind.

The description was everything I've always imagined the Caribbean to be. I've never gone, but I felt as if I was there. The painted pictures popped within my mind as the author used local foliage as well as other historic pieces within her prose, but never too much where I forgot the story.

The drawn scenes (illustrations) were a real treat. They really helped to maintain the old world feel as I read through each chapter. A thoughtful addition, but I loved the artistic style. Hope to read more in the future. I was gifted a copy, however, all opinions are my own.
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