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The Captain and His Cabin Boy: Under The Stars!
In a grand adventure on the high seas, Joshua Erik Rossi brings forth his full-length epic gay romance, The Captain and His Cabin Boy, Under The Stars!Charlie Sinclair is a poor servant boy. He's used and ignored. As he services the men at the Whitehorse Tavern, he yearns for a great escape. On an ordinary autumn afternoon in Yorktown, Virginia, a single chance comes Charlie’s way, and he takes the risk. He stows away on a ship belonging to the Royal Navy, happy to leave his horrid past behind him. However, in the dead of night when the British flag is taken down and the Jolly Roger is raised high on the foremast, Charlie realizes that he’s boarded a pirate ship! The daring adventure he’s longed for all of his life is finally at hand. He decides to make pirate Captain Kells like him, so he won’t be thrown overboard and in return Charlie finds more happiness than he ever imagined possible. The dashing, handsome Captain Kells favors Charlie and all of the lad’s dreams come true, even the ones he never dared to speak of aloud. The voyage on the sea is difficult. There are fierce storms, blood-thirsty enemy pirates and all the troubles that come with sailing on a massive wooden frigate, but Charlie's worst enemies are waiting for him when Kells drops anchor in the Port of London, England. Captain Kells has good reason and vengeance for returning to the land of his birth and he has received a pardon from the King, but Charlie's listed as a runaway. Can Captain Kells protect his cabin boy, the love of his life, while he meets and battles against the demons from his own past? If the lovers are found out, they’ll be hung. Separated by tragedy, societies laws and class distinction, the two men must resolve the suspenseful secrets of their pasts and find a way they can remain together, forever. Join Charlie, Kells and their lovable crew for a grand adventure of escape, a tale that has never been told until now! One click. One tap and you'll be sailing along with them. Join the crew! Aye, aye me adventurous matey! Be sure to come back, make yer mark in the Captain’s log and leave a review of yer voyage!
226 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 10, 2017
About the author
Joshua Erik Rossi
127 books55 followersJoshua Erik Rossi is an author known for his works in gay romance, BDSM, erotica, and mystery, with a writing career that began in 2014.
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Writing Style and Genres
Joshua Erik Rossi writes primarily in the genres of gay romance, BDSM, erotica, and mystery. His storytelling often explores themes of love, trust, and personal growth within these contexts. He has developed a reputation for creating engaging characters and intricate plots that resonate with readers interested in these genres.
Notable Works
Rossi has published a significant number of works, with over 120 books listed on Goodreads. Some of his popular series include "Pain and Pleasure" and "The Tipsy Tavern Book Club Cozy Mystery." His books often feature complex relationships and emotional depth, appealing to a diverse audience.
Availability
You can find Joshua Erik Rossi's works on platforms like Amazon and Goodreads, where he maintains an author page that showcases his bibliography and latest updates. His books are available in various formats, including ebooks, paperbacks, and audiobooks, making them accessible to a wide range of readers.
https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...
Writing Style and Genres
Joshua Erik Rossi writes primarily in the genres of gay romance, BDSM, erotica, and mystery. His storytelling often explores themes of love, trust, and personal growth within these contexts. He has developed a reputation for creating engaging characters and intricate plots that resonate with readers interested in these genres.
Notable Works
Rossi has published a significant number of works, with over 120 books listed on Goodreads. Some of his popular series include "Pain and Pleasure" and "The Tipsy Tavern Book Club Cozy Mystery." His books often feature complex relationships and emotional depth, appealing to a diverse audience.
Availability
You can find Joshua Erik Rossi's works on platforms like Amazon and Goodreads, where he maintains an author page that showcases his bibliography and latest updates. His books are available in various formats, including ebooks, paperbacks, and audiobooks, making them accessible to a wide range of readers.
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Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 reviews
Did Not Finish
September 4, 2022DNF at 10%. The writing just isn't working for me.
April 12, 2018
This is a very well written book and that’s why I gave it 3 Stars. I hope it was written as a spoof because I thought it was down right silly. This is second book by Rossi and I found them both well written but not what I was looking for.
November 8, 2017
Fantastic.. I knew this was a great book from the start.. Yah Rossi does it again as a great storyteller and research going into this one.
A story set in the 1720s from Virginia to the Islands of Tortuga to London. Charlie crosses pirates, the wild seas of shipping life to find love and danger with his Capt Kells.
I loved the scene with a brave Charlie and the jars of blackberry jam and a sword. Charlie and Kells are both running from something but things are definitely going to catch up with them. Scenes in London had me glued to the story as turns of events were forever changing for Kells and Charlie. The secret for Kell is reveled in London was a WOW moment for me and a good one I didn't expect.
Charlie dreamed of a better life when he was singing in a grungy pub. The night before his 18th birthday he took matters into his own hands by sneaking on-board the Royal Fortune ship. Well it turns not to be his fortune but a pirate ship luckily Captain Kells takes a liking to him. They grow closer but life has a plan for them which you'll have to read all about. A story I really enjoyed as being an historian researcher myself i could appreciate and connect too. A recommended read..loved it..
A story set in the 1720s from Virginia to the Islands of Tortuga to London. Charlie crosses pirates, the wild seas of shipping life to find love and danger with his Capt Kells.
I loved the scene with a brave Charlie and the jars of blackberry jam and a sword. Charlie and Kells are both running from something but things are definitely going to catch up with them. Scenes in London had me glued to the story as turns of events were forever changing for Kells and Charlie. The secret for Kell is reveled in London was a WOW moment for me and a good one I didn't expect.
Charlie dreamed of a better life when he was singing in a grungy pub. The night before his 18th birthday he took matters into his own hands by sneaking on-board the Royal Fortune ship. Well it turns not to be his fortune but a pirate ship luckily Captain Kells takes a liking to him. They grow closer but life has a plan for them which you'll have to read all about. A story I really enjoyed as being an historian researcher myself i could appreciate and connect too. A recommended read..loved it..
August 13, 2017
What an adventure!
I can not say enough good things about this book! Charlie finds himself looking for adventure on a pirate ship and Captain Kells finds a cabin boy he did not realize he was looking for.
You will find rough seas, rouge pirates, crazy Londoners and most importantly true love in these pages!
Joshua Erik Rossi certainly has a way with words and The Captain and his Cabin Boy have found a place in my heart for many many more reads to come.
I can not say enough good things about this book! Charlie finds himself looking for adventure on a pirate ship and Captain Kells finds a cabin boy he did not realize he was looking for.
You will find rough seas, rouge pirates, crazy Londoners and most importantly true love in these pages!
Joshua Erik Rossi certainly has a way with words and The Captain and his Cabin Boy have found a place in my heart for many many more reads to come.
May 25, 2022
Such a fun read!
This book was so fun! It was cheesy and silly, but heartfelt and emotional. I laughed out loud a lot and was smiling so much towards the end. There are some sad moments with how hard Charlie's life was and some during their time in England, but by the end, it's a dream come true. This was a first for me from this author and I quite enjoyed the writing style and pacing.
This book was so fun! It was cheesy and silly, but heartfelt and emotional. I laughed out loud a lot and was smiling so much towards the end. There are some sad moments with how hard Charlie's life was and some during their time in England, but by the end, it's a dream come true. This was a first for me from this author and I quite enjoyed the writing style and pacing.
October 30, 2017
I enjoyed this book quite a bit, I usually avoid them because I don’t handle the writing of books in the old day like when they say you it is written yer or some other way. It just drives me a little crazy but it wasn’t bad in this one. You understand everything that is going on and get a few laughs in the process.
May 25, 2022
Slogged thru until 46% when I gave up.
Awful. I kept thinking it would improve. It didn’t.
Awful. I kept thinking it would improve. It didn’t.
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