Saltblood An epic historical fiction debut inspired by real life female pirates

de Tores explores the themes of gender, identity and freedom in the Golden Age of Piracy through Mary Read's story, one of the few known female pirates. The historical novel takes readers on a riveting odyssey as Mary navigates through diverse roles, from serving a French mistress in a grand house to joining the navy and later the army amidst the battlegrounds of Flanders. Love, loss, and the persistent yearning for the sea weave together to form the intricate fabric of Mary's life. The decision to reinvent herself as a pirate adds a dangerous layer to her character, challenging traditional expectations and propelling the story into the heart of the notorious era.