Blackbeard; Or, The Pirate of Roanoke.

"Blackbeard; Or, The Pirate of Roanoke" by B. Barker, is an exciting historical fiction novel that plunges into a high-seas world of buccaneers and peril during the early 1700s, where the infamous Blackbeard's ruthless reign collides with unsuspecting travelers. The tale begins as the Earl of Derwentwater and his group, including the captivating Mary Hamilton and the intuitive Ellen Armstrong, arrive upon the shores of Trinidad, seeking the island's wonders. However, their serene exploration turns to terror as they are confronted by the formidable pirate Blackbeard, who promptly throws them into a whirlwind of danger and uncertainty. Through adventure, budding romance, and unexpected betrayal, the characters are forced to face Blackbeard’s menacing intentions across the tropical landscape. Ellen's early trepidation about the island foreshadows dark revelations of the pirate's motivations, adding intrigue as she and her companions struggle against Blackbeard's looming shadow.