Well, I just finished reading Michael Crichton's Pirate Latitudes. My husband, who I thought wasn't paying attention to my fascination with Errol Flynn read the book first. He said “You and your blog friends need to read this–it was written for Errol Flynn.” So when my turn came it took me about two weeks to finish 312 pages reading off and on. If I had my choice I would have just sat and read cover to cover as it was so enjoyable. It takes place in Port Royal and we are first introduced to Sir James the Governor. Immediately, I find myself thinking Captain Blood. When Captain Hunter is introduced he becomes Peter Blood. I wonder if Michael Crichton was a fan of Errol Flynn and did he watch Sea Hawk and Captain Blood and create this story. I read on. There is a female pirate, Lazue, and I picture Halle Berry for some reason in my mind. I can't quite decide if Olivia could play Lady Almont (niece of the Governor). Basil of course would be Sanson the Frenchman. There are several bad guys our hero takes out and twists and turns and two other possible love interests besides Lady Almont. I think someone should merge Errol into a present day movie as the lead as he would blend in fabulously with Johnny Depp (Jack Sparrow) and Orlando. (Sam, perhaps this is a part for Orlando!!) Has anyone read this book? If so, please comment. If not, give it a try. I think you will be pleasantly surprised.
— Kathleen
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