Donland and The Hornet Books in Order

In 1779, Donland and the crew of Hornet confront pirates holding Portugal’s crown prince for ransom. Entrusted with gold for the prince’s release, they face French and Spanish enemies while trying to complete a mission with serious diplomatic consequences.

Donland leads three sloops carrying soldiers and ammunition toward the Carolina coast during the American Revolution. Rival officers, concealed agendas, and a major seeking personal glory complicate the expedition as the force prepares to confront a defended position.

Distrusted as a young American officer, Donland takes command of the fever-stricken Hornet and carries dispatches through hostile waters. A Spanish squadron threatens his mission, forcing him to rely on resourcefulness when his small vessel cannot match the enemy’s guns.

Commanding the Hornet in the Caribbean, Donland faces privateers, storms and the strain of balancing friendship with duty. The return of Sumerford draws him into a dangerous effort to rescue women held captive on Margarita.

In 1779, Donland searches for information about French plans to retake Savannah while his trusted lieutenant lies near death. Pursued aboard the damaged Hornet, he must reach the threatened city before the enemy fleet.

Hornet comes under attack from a privateer whose heavier guns and resilient hull make a direct exchange perilous. Donland must find another way to survive while seeking support from the sloops Stinger and Jacket in dangerous waters.