Seaborne
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Seaborne

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ABOUT
THE BOOK

Bestselling and award-winning Irish author, Nuala O’Connor, returns with the intimate and thrilling portrayal of the life of 18th-century Irishwoman, Anne Bonny. Adventure, passion and freedom await, but so do violence and disappointment. And, as she tries to stay true to herself, her hopes and her few precious friendships, Anne Bonny must also face her own privilege and the sacrifices required for enduring love. Seaborne is the thrilling and sensuous portrait of a young woman out of step with her time and place, but never her heart.

ABOUT
THE AUTHOR Nuala
O’Connor

NUALA O’CONNOR is a novelist, short story writer and poet, and lives in Co. Galway with her family. She is the author of five previous novels, including Nora (New Island & Harper Perennial, 2021), Becoming Belle (2018) and Miss Emily (2015), and six short story collections, her most recent being Joyride to Jupiter (New Island, 2017). Nuala’s work has been nominated for numerous prizes including the Kerry Group Irish Novel of the Year Award, the Irish Book Awards Novel of the Year and the International Dublin Literary Award.

NUALA O’CONNOR is a novelist, short story writer and poet, and lives in Co. Galway with her family. She is the author of five previous novels, including Nora (New Island & Harper Perennial, 2021), Becoming Belle (2018) and Miss Emily (2015), and six short story collections, her most recent being Joyride to Jupiter (New Island, 2017). Nuala’s work has been nominated for numerous prizes including the Kerry Group Irish Novel of the Year Award, the Irish Book Awards Novel of the Year and the International Dublin Literary Award.

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NOMINATING LIBRARY COMMENTS

Seaborne by Nuala O’Connor is a vibrant fictional account of Anne Bonny, an 18th-century pirate living on the edge. O’Connor introduces a fiery female protagonist who embodies strength, individuality, and rebellion. Bisexual and fiercely independent, Anne Bonny’s adventurous life is portrayed with intensity and depth, making for an irresistible read. The story is narrated through Anne’s inner thoughts, providing a realistic and deeply personal insight into her character. The strength of the novel lies in its beautiful poetic language and realistic depiction of Anne Bonny’s inner life. O’Connor’s skilful use of historical nuance brings Anne’s vibrant and sensual world to life, illuminating the often scarce historical accounts of women.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Date published
19/04/2024
Country
Ireland
Original Language
English
Publisher
New Island Books
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