King of Libertines (Sea of Ruin, #0.5)

by Pam Godwin

I wasn’t the first lady pirate who feared neither God nor man nor death. And I wouldn’t be the last.

I almost laughed. “Does your name reflect your purpose, Priest?” “Only men who are virtuous serve the Lord.” “You strive to cheat God, then?” “God, Man, and Devil.” His lips flattened. No hint of humor. “Since I’m none of those three, shall I presume you won’t cheat me?” Now he smiled, canines sharp and white, tensing my stomach.

“I want to know you.” He let the wind tug my curl from his hand. “I want to see your command as a captain and hear your mind as a woman.”

“You are an explorer.” “I’m not interested in the geography of the world.” “No, you’re looking for the meaning.” So was I.