Kianthe and Reyna are hunting for dragon eggs to save their hometown. To secure their prize, they must strike a deal with the local lord – who in turn wants Serina, notorious river pirate, and scourge of his supply chains. Surely, they can handle one small abduction in the name of justice? Begrudgingly, the couple join forces with Bobbie, one of the lord’s constables. Bobbie is determined to capture Serina, but lawmaker and lawbreaker have a complicated history – and it might jeopardize everything. As Bobbie and Serina become reacquainted, Kianthe and Reyna watch this relationship-wreck from afar. Then from not quite as far. Luckily, matchmaking is Reyna’s favourite pastime. The dragon eggs may just have to wait.

“Serina had round cheeks, thick bangs, and – finally, Kianthe could see them – blue eyes. The color of a stormy ocean, almost gray, but with a hint of deep-sea.”

Rebecca Thorne “A Pirate’s Life for Tea”. First published in 2023. This edition released by Tor in 2024. This press review copy has been sent by the publisher 💛

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