Understandably, due to the time and circumstances, Davy has kept his longing for Will close to his chest for years, fearing not only Will’s reaction but also fearing potential dismissal from a service he loves, or worse, possible death at the gallows for feeling what he feels for another man.Īt the onset of the story, Davy, Will, and their awesome Captain, Captain Smith, are abducted by a gang of pirates while conducting some navy business on shore. The year is 1799 and midshipman David Archer is in love with his shipmate, Lieutenant William Marshall. After that, they face an even greater challenge-is their love strong enough to survive a clandestine life under the ever-present threat of the Navy’s implacable Articles of War?įans of M/M historical romances should enjoy this story, which features an atmospheric 18th century setting and a sweet, yet forbidden, friends-to-lovers romance between two young English naval officers. Before the lovers can have any sort of life together, they must first escape. When David makes the ultimate sacrifice to protect the man he loves, the reason for it is clear and the passion that the men have denied for so long is realized for the first time. William struggles with his growing feelings for David and, try as he might to dismiss them, he can’t. Thrown together in close quarters and wondering if they will survive, they’re are faced with some difficult choices. Then, in a twist of fate, the two men are abducted by a ruthless pirate who finds pleasure in toying with his captives. The Royal Navy is his world, and in that world there is no room for anything as frivolous as romance. Although William is young, his innate talent has allowed him to quickly rise above his humble background and gain a reputation as a promising officer.
Afraid of losing the strong friendship that he has forged with William, he vows to never speak of or act on his desire, promising himself to take the secret to his grave.
David is certain that his feelings, if expressed, would be met with revulsion. He is also hopelessly in love with his shipmate, Lt. David Archer is an officer in His Majesty’s Navy and a gentleman of Regency Society. It’s 1796 and not only is love between men taboo, it is punishable by death.
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