
Chapter One. - Down in Devon.
Chapter Two. - At the Cottage.
Chapter Three. - At the Church Door.
Chapter Four. - A Month Later.
Chapter Five. - A Keen Encounter.
Chapter Six. - Brought to Book.
Chapter Seven. - Gathering Clouds.
Chapter Eight. - Mary Begins to Plan.
Chapter Nine. - Behind Prison Bars.
Chapter Ten. - A Daring Trick.
In the bustling port of Dartmouth, a sharp‑tongued encounter erupts between the dashing yet cruel Captain James Armstrong and Mary Dell, a fierce daughter of a local wrecker. Their exchange crackles with accusations of betrayal, money, and forced marriage, revealing a world where honor and survival clash on the salty streets of Devon. As tempers flare, the captain’s arrogance meets Mary’s unyielding spirit, setting the stage for a rivalry that threatens to spill beyond the tavern walls.
The novel follows Armstrong’s turbulent career in the King’s Navy, pulling the reader into a tapestry of 18th‑century maritime life, smuggling intrigue, and the tangled loyalties of a coastal community. Mary’s defiant voice offers a fresh perspective on gender and power, while the looming threat of a looming wedding promises further conflict. Listeners can expect vivid dialogue, atmospheric settings, and a story that balances swash‑buckling adventure with the quieter, bitter struggles of the heart.
Language
en
Duration
~9 hours (533K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Release date
2010-12-15
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1831–1909
A hugely prolific Victorian writer, he turned schoolroom experience, journalism, and a love of adventure into stories that kept generations of young readers turning pages. His books range from school tales to sea stories and historical adventures, with a lively, accessible style that still feels energetic today.
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