The Recurring Cast
Character guide · 8 books · 1996 to 2002 · Often set in Williamsburg, Virginia

James L. Nelson

Thriller and suspenseHistorical fictionAction and adventureNaval adventure

James L. Nelson, a former sailor on tall ships, writes naval fiction of the American Revolution and the age of piracy. Isaac Biddlecomb, a merchant captain, is drawn into the fight for American independence at sea.

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James L. Nelson books in order

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Revolution at Sea

5 books · Set in the New England coastNaval adventure
  1. 1By Force of Arms1996With Isaac BiddlecombBuy on Amazon
  2. 2The Maddest Idea1997With Isaac BiddlecombBuy on Amazon
  3. 3The Continental Risque1998With Isaac BiddlecombBuy on Amazon
  4. 4Lords of the Ocean1999With Isaac BiddlecombBuy on Amazon
  5. 5All the Brave Fellows2000With Isaac BiddlecombBuy on Amazon

Brethren of the Coast

3 books · Set in Williamsburg, VirginiaNaval adventureAction and adventure
  1. 1The Guardship2000With Thomas MarloweBuy on Amazon
  2. 2The Blackbirder2001With Thomas MarloweBuy on Amazon
  3. 3The Pirate Round2002With Thomas MarloweBuy on Amazon

Characters

4 recurring and key characters, with the book each one first appears in.

Revolution at Sea

Brethren of the Coast