Cutlass and Cudgel is a thrilling historical adventure novel set in the 17th century. The story follows the young protagonist, Mark, as he faces danger and intrigue on the high seas. Filled with action, suspense, and vivid descriptions of life aboard a pirate ship, the author does a fantastic job of immersing the reader in the world of buccaneers and swashbuckling adventures. The characters are well-developed and the plot moves at a fast pace, keeping the reader engaged from start to finish. Overall, Cutlass and Cudgel is a captivating and entertaining read for fans of historical fiction and adventure novels.

Book Description:
Based around the crew of cutter HMS White Hawk, this is a tale of smuggling in the early 19th century off the coast of Wessex. The midshipman of the cutter is taken hostage by the smugglers and is befriended by a farm-boy, son of one of the smugglers. His friendship is rudely rebuffed, the midshipman eventually escapes and the farm-boy gets his long-held dream of becoming a seaman on an Excise vessel.