Martin Conisby's Vengeance By: Jeffery Farnol (1878-1952)
Martin Conisby's Vengeance by Jeffery Farnol is a gripping tale of revenge and redemption set in the 17th century Caribbean. Blending historical background with riveting storytelling, Farnol weaves a captivating narrative following the protagonist, Martin Conisby, on his quest for justice and personal growth. The story opens with Martin, a proud and impulsive young man, betrayed by his former friend, Adam Penfeather. Martin is falsely accused of smuggling and left for dead on an isolated island, while Adam takes away his love interest, the beautiful Mistress Sweet o' the World. Determined to exact vengeance, Martin's anger fuels his survival as he endures the harsh challenges of island life, honing his skills and plotting his revenge. However, as Martin delves deeper into his pursuit of retribution, he encounters a diverse cast of characters that challenge his preconceived notions. From swashbuckling pirates to gentle souls seeking solace, each character leaves an indelible mark on Martin's journey. Along the way, he must confront his own flaws and learn to temper his rage, discovering the value of forgiveness and understanding. Farnol's writing style is immersive, effortlessly transporting readers to a world filled with high sea adventures, political intrigue, and emotional turmoil. Through rich and vivid descriptions, he brings to life the vibrant landscapes of the Caribbean, making readers feel like they are sailing alongside Martin on his perilous journey. The author's attention to historical detail is commendable, adding depth and authenticity to the narrative. Farnol skillfully incorporates real events, such as the English Civil War and the rise of buccaneers, into the story, enhancing its credibility and lending an air of realism to the overall plot. Additionally, the characters in Martin Conisby's Vengeance are masterfully crafted with complexity and depth. Martin, the flawed but relatable protagonist, undergoes a transformative arc that takes him from a vengeful wreck to a more enlightened and compassionate individual. Supporting characters, such as the enigmatic and wise Sir Nicholas Tressilian and the alluring yet mysterious Mistress Sweet o' the World, add layers of intrigue and keep readers guessing at their true intentions. While the pacing occasionally wavers, with certain sections feeling slightly sluggish, Farnol more than makes up for it with his lyrical prose and skillful storytelling. Furthermore, the plot unravels with unexpected twists and turns, ensuring that readers stay engaged and eager to accompany Martin until the final resolution. In conclusion, Martin Conisby's Vengeance is a compelling historical adventure novel that grips readers from start to finish. Farnol's masterful storytelling, well-developed characters, and meticulous attention to detail make this book a must-read for fans of both historical fiction and swashbuckling tales of revenge. First Page: MARTIN CONISBY'S VENGEANCE BY JEFFERY FARNOL 1921 TO MY DEAR AUNTS MRS. MARRIOTT AND MISS JEFFERY "AUNTIE KIZ" I DEDICATE THIS BOOK CONTENTS CHAPTER I HOW MY SOLITUDE CAME TO AN END II MY TROUBLES BEGIN III HOW I HEARD A SONG THAT I KNEW IV HOW I LABOURED TO MY SALVATION V TELLETH HOW ALL MY TRAVAIL CAME TO NOUGHT VI HOW I SUCCOURED ONE DON FEDERIGO, A GENTLEMAN OF SPAIN VII I AM DETERMINED ON MY VENGEANCE, AND MY REASONS THEREFOR VIII HOW THE DAYS OF MY WATCHING WERE ACCOMPLISHED IX WE FALL AMONG PIRATES X HOW I CAME ABOARD THE HAPPY DESPATCH AND OF MY SUFFERINGS THERE XI HOW I FOUGHT IN THE DARK WITH ONE POMPEY, A GREAT BLACKAMOOR XII OF BATTLE, MURDER AND RESOLUTION DAY, HIS POINT OF VIEW XIII HOW WE FOUGHT AN ENGLISH SHIP XIV TELLETH HOW THE FIGHT ENDED XV HOW I FELL IN WITH MY FRIEND, CAPTAIN SIR ADAM PENFEATHER XVI HOW I HAD WORD WITH MY LADY, JOAN BRANDON XVII TELLETH THE OUTCOME OF MY PRIDEFUL FOLLY XVIII OF ROGER TRESSADY AND HOW THE SILVER WOMAN CLAIMED HER OWN AT LAST XIX HOW JOANNA CHANGED HER MIND XX I GO TO SEEK MY VENGEANCE XXI HOW I CAME TO NOMBRE DE DIOS XXII HOW AT LAST I FOUND MY ENEMY, RICHARD BRANDON XXIII HOW I FOUND MY SOUL XXIV OF OUR ADVENTURE AT SEA XXV WE ARE DRIVEN ASHORE XXVI OUR DESPERATE SITUATION XXVII WE COMMENCE OUR JOURNEY XXVIII WE FALL IN WITH ONE ATLAMATZIN, AN INDIAN CHIEF XXIX TELLETH SOMEWHAT OF A STRANGE CITY XXX WE RESUME OUR JOURNEY XXXI I MEET A MADMAN XXXII HOW I FOUND MY BELOVED AT LAST XXXIII OF DREAMS XXXIV OF LOVE XXXV OF THE COMING OF ADAM AND OF OUR GREAT JOY THEREIN MARTIN CONISBY'S VENGEANCE CHAPTER I HOW MY SOLITUDE CAME TO AN END "Justice, O God, upon mine enemy... Continue reading book >>

Martin Conisby's Vengeance By: Jeffery Farnol (1878-1952)

Martin Conisby's Vengeance by Jeffery Farnol is a gripping tale of revenge and redemption set in the 17th century Caribbean. Blending historical background with riveting storytelling, Farnol weaves a captivating narrative following the protagonist, Martin Conisby, on his quest for justice and personal growth.

The story opens with Martin, a proud and impulsive young man, betrayed by his former friend, Adam Penfeather. Martin is falsely accused of smuggling and left for dead on an isolated island, while Adam takes away his love interest, the beautiful Mistress Sweet o' the World. Determined to exact vengeance, Martin's anger fuels his survival as he endures the harsh challenges of island life, honing his skills and plotting his revenge.

However, as Martin delves deeper into his pursuit of retribution, he encounters a diverse cast of characters that challenge his preconceived notions. From swashbuckling pirates to gentle souls seeking solace, each character leaves an indelible mark on Martin's journey. Along the way, he must confront his own flaws and learn to temper his rage, discovering the value of forgiveness and understanding.

Farnol's writing style is immersive, effortlessly transporting readers to a world filled with high sea adventures, political intrigue, and emotional turmoil. Through rich and vivid descriptions, he brings to life the vibrant landscapes of the Caribbean, making readers feel like they are sailing alongside Martin on his perilous journey.

The author's attention to historical detail is commendable, adding depth and authenticity to the narrative. Farnol skillfully incorporates real events, such as the English Civil War and the rise of buccaneers, into the story, enhancing its credibility and lending an air of realism to the overall plot.

Additionally, the characters in Martin Conisby's Vengeance are masterfully crafted with complexity and depth. Martin, the flawed but relatable protagonist, undergoes a transformative arc that takes him from a vengeful wreck to a more enlightened and compassionate individual. Supporting characters, such as the enigmatic and wise Sir Nicholas Tressilian and the alluring yet mysterious Mistress Sweet o' the World, add layers of intrigue and keep readers guessing at their true intentions.

While the pacing occasionally wavers, with certain sections feeling slightly sluggish, Farnol more than makes up for it with his lyrical prose and skillful storytelling. Furthermore, the plot unravels with unexpected twists and turns, ensuring that readers stay engaged and eager to accompany Martin until the final resolution.

In conclusion, Martin Conisby's Vengeance is a compelling historical adventure novel that grips readers from start to finish. Farnol's masterful storytelling, well-developed characters, and meticulous attention to detail make this book a must-read for fans of both historical fiction and swashbuckling tales of revenge.

First Page:

MARTIN CONISBY'S VENGEANCE

BY JEFFERY FARNOL

1921

TO MY DEAR AUNTS

MRS. MARRIOTT

AND

MISS JEFFERY "AUNTIE KIZ"

I DEDICATE THIS BOOK

CONTENTS

CHAPTER

I HOW MY SOLITUDE CAME TO AN END

II MY TROUBLES BEGIN

III HOW I HEARD A SONG THAT I KNEW

IV HOW I LABOURED TO MY SALVATION

V TELLETH HOW ALL MY TRAVAIL CAME TO NOUGHT

VI HOW I SUCCOURED ONE DON FEDERIGO, A GENTLEMAN OF SPAIN

VII I AM DETERMINED ON MY VENGEANCE, AND MY REASONS THEREFOR

VIII HOW THE DAYS OF MY WATCHING WERE ACCOMPLISHED

IX WE FALL AMONG PIRATES

X HOW I CAME ABOARD THE HAPPY DESPATCH AND OF MY SUFFERINGS THERE

XI HOW I FOUGHT IN THE DARK WITH ONE POMPEY, A GREAT BLACKAMOOR

XII OF BATTLE, MURDER AND RESOLUTION DAY, HIS POINT OF VIEW

XIII HOW WE FOUGHT AN ENGLISH SHIP

XIV TELLETH HOW THE FIGHT ENDED

XV HOW I FELL IN WITH MY FRIEND, CAPTAIN SIR ADAM PENFEATHER

XVI HOW I HAD WORD WITH MY LADY, JOAN BRANDON

XVII TELLETH THE OUTCOME OF MY PRIDEFUL FOLLY

XVIII OF ROGER TRESSADY AND HOW THE SILVER WOMAN CLAIMED HER OWN AT LAST

XIX HOW JOANNA CHANGED HER MIND

XX I GO TO SEEK MY VENGEANCE

XXI HOW I CAME TO NOMBRE DE DIOS

XXII HOW AT LAST I FOUND MY ENEMY, RICHARD BRANDON

XXIII HOW I FOUND MY SOUL

XXIV OF OUR ADVENTURE AT SEA

XXV WE ARE DRIVEN ASHORE

XXVI OUR DESPERATE SITUATION

XXVII WE COMMENCE OUR JOURNEY

XXVIII WE FALL IN WITH ONE ATLAMATZIN, AN INDIAN CHIEF

XXIX TELLETH SOMEWHAT OF A STRANGE CITY

XXX WE RESUME OUR JOURNEY

XXXI I MEET A MADMAN

XXXII HOW I FOUND MY BELOVED AT LAST

XXXIII OF DREAMS

XXXIV OF LOVE

XXXV OF THE COMING OF ADAM AND OF OUR GREAT JOY THEREIN

MARTIN CONISBY'S VENGEANCE

CHAPTER I

HOW MY SOLITUDE CAME TO AN END

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