How a young miner became a legendary smuggler in Georgian Cornwall
John Carter is a young smuggler in 18th century Cornwall who dreams of a better life than working in a tin mine. He joins a crew of smugglers who trade duty-free goods with France and beyond from Prussia Cove, a hidden spot on the Cornish coast. He soon proves himself as a natural leader and a master negotiator, earning the respect and admiration of his partners and the gentry.
But his rise to fame and fortune comes with a price. He has to face the wrath of his religious father, a devout Methodist who disapproves of his son's lifestyle. He also has to face the dangers of piracy and war, as the approaching Napoleonic Wars and slave trade threaten to disrupt his fortune and endanger his life. And he has to face the challenges of his forbidden love for Marie, a beautiful Cornish woman who shares his passion for freedom.
Will John Carter survive his perilous adventures and find happiness in Georgian Cornwall? Or will he lose everything he holds dear?
The King Of Prussia Cove is a thrilling historical novel and historical drama based on Cornish folklore and inspired by The tranquil Cornish coast . If you love stories of romance, adventure and courage set in a rich historical setting, you will love this book.