The Privateersman (A Poor Man at the Gate Series, Book 1)

Escaping the hangman’s noose in England, commoner Tom Andrews finds himself aboard a privateering ship before fleeing to New York at the time of the Revolutionary War. It is a corrupt place where opportunities abound for the unscrupulous. Betrayal forces a hurried return to England where he and business partner Joseph Star, a half Carib freed slave, ruthlessly chase riches in the early industrial boom, investing in iron, mines and cotton. But will Tom’s phenomenal luck desert him as he seeks social standing and lasting affection?

“The Privateersman is intelligently written and packed with historical facts, skilfully interwoven into a varied and compelling story-line. Highly recommended.” JKR Reviews

A Poor Man at the Gate Series

(Best read in order. Series rating average: 4.5 out of 5 stars from 350+ online reviews)
Book One: The Privateersman (FREE - first published in 2013)
Book Two: Nouveau Riche (Only $0.99 - £0.99 - series introductory offer)
Book Three: Born To Privilege
Book Four: The Pain Of Privilege
Book Five: Privilege Preserved
Book Six: Illusions Of Change
Book Seven: The Old Order
Book Eight: The Wages Of Virtue
Book Nine: A Parade Of Virtue
Book Ten: The Vice Of Virtue
Book Eleven: Projected release date, October 2015.

Online Reviewer Comments

"The historical accuracy of the book was very impressive & the story brought the past to life."
"Can't wait to read book two in the series. Highly recommend it."
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"Historical fiction at its best. Wonderful characters. Loved it! Can't wait to read book two..."

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