Overview

Captain Quinn Tanner bears her scars like armor, a permanent reminder of the mutiny that taught her trust is a luxury she can't afford. Now she commands the Cursed Scar with iron discipline, keeping everyone—crew and enemies alike—at sword's length.

When a hurricane washes Lady Diamond Haverford into her path, Quinn finds her carefully ordered world thrown into chaos. The noblewoman is brilliant, beautiful—and hiding dangerous secrets of her own. Despite Quinn's determination to maintain her distance, Diamond's fearless spirit begins to breach her impenetrable walls.

But Diamond isn't just fleeing an unwanted marriage—she's racing against time to expose a conspiracy that could give the corrupt Duke of Merridon control over all Caribbean trade. When their pasts collide in a web of treachery and betrayal that threatens everything they've built, they must decide what matters more—protecting their hearts or risking everything for love.

In this swashbuckling romance, how will these two women learn to trust in each other when their past tells them to guard their hearts? Perfect for fans of Sapphic historical romance!

✅ A heist

✅ Found family

✅ Two strong women

✅ Slow burn romance

✅ High seas adventure and intrigue

✅ Competent navigator proving her worth

✅ Wounded warrior and the woman who sees past her