The Malabar coast is full of dangers: greedy tradesmen, fearless
pirates, and men full of vengeance. But for a Courtney, the
greatest danger might just be his own family.
Francis Courtney flees the comfort of his Devonshire estate when
his stepfather's gambling debts leave him penniless and at risk.
He sails to South Africa with revenge and fortune on his mind:
his uncle Tom Courtney killed his father, and Francis intends to
avenge his death and make his fortune in the process. However,
upon his arrival in Cape Town, he uncovers a truth that leaves
him overwhelmed and disoriented. Christopher Courtney sets out to
make his own way in the world, giving up his privileged position
as the son of the Governor of Bombay. The perils and betrayals
(deleted) on his journey carve a fierce warrior out of him, but
they also harden his soul and lead him to greater violence and
treachery.