Shopy 101

Books

Peak's Island: A Romance of Buccaneer Days

Free

CategoryBooks
FormatTXT
LanguageEN

About

"Peak's Island" by Ford Paul is a historical romance written in the late 19th century. The narrative is set against the backdrop of buccaneer days, opening with a shipwreck that results in the loss of many lives, including that of a young woman named Anna Vyvyan. Stranded and grieving, Anna's journey begins as she confronts her loneliness and the harsh realities of her existence. The opening of this tale describes the harrowing aftermath of a shipwreck, where Anna, amidst chaos and death, regains consciousness only to realize that her life has drastically changed. Trapped in her solitude, flashbacks reveal her past of loss and love, particularly the memory of her deceased mother. As Anna finds a young child tied to a lifeless mother, her instincts awaken, prompting her to care for the infant Cora. This act of compassion sets in motion not only a bond between them but also a quest for survival and shelter on a mysterious island. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at the development of

Source and licence

This work is public domain or openly licensed. The licence terms are published by the source.

How do I open it?

Use the Shopy 101 app to download it or read it in place. Anything you add to your library stays the same on every device.