War has taken everything from Gideon Markham: his family, his peace, and any life beyond the sea.

Sailing into the treacherous waters of the Gulf of Mexico, Gideon wages relentless war against British shipping, carrying on the fierce privateering legacy of his name. But the Gulf is no simple hunting ground. It is a lawless world of shifting loyalties, where danger comes from every horizon. Pirates under the infamous Jean Laffite stalk the coastline.

Yet none of these dangers prepare Gideon for Maria-Anna de Suarez.

A widow of sharp wit and sharper aim, she plays cards like a gambler, carries pistols like a soldier, and harbours a plan as bold as it is reckless: to strike deep into enemy territory.

What follows is a perilous journey through hostile lands and treacherous waters, where trust is fragile, ambition is deadly, and survival is never guaranteed.

Packed with action, intrigue, and unforgettable characters, The Tern Schooner is a gripping tale of war, vengeance, and the dangerous pull of destiny at sea.

This work was previously published as The Yankee by Jon Williams.