Kerry Lynne is an author specializing in historical pirate fiction, blending elements of adventure, romance, and nautical themes. Her acclaimed series, "The Pirate Captain, Chronicles of a Legend," includes the novels "Nor Silver," a 2014 Next Generation Indie Book Award finalist in historical fiction, "Nor Gold," and "Treasured Treasures." The series follows the tumultuous relationship between Pirate Captain Nathanael Blackthorne and Cate MacKenzie, a Jacobite widow, in a narrative marked by deep emotion and sacrifice rather than conventional romance. In 2023, the first book was adapted into a full-cast audio drama, which won the Gold Award for Best Audiobook Narration Ensemble at the 2024 New York Festivals Radio Awards.
A Michigan native, Lynne holds a background in history and education, having taught before transitioning into decorative painting for over three decades. When an injury ended her painting career, she returned to her lifelong passions: writing, history, and sailing. Her extensive sailing experience on the Great Lakes informs the authenticity of her nautical settings, while her commitment to balancing technical accuracy with readability makes her work accessible to both enthusiasts and newcomers to pirate fiction.
Lynne’s writing is distinguished by its immersive 18th-century maritime atmosphere, enriched by period-accurate dialogue and detailed shipboard life. Her works avoid stereotypical pirate tropes, instead crafting original characters like the formidable Captain Blackthorne and the resilient Cate MacKenzie. The fourth installment in her series, "Cursed Blessings," is forthcoming, continuing her exploration of complex relationships and high-seas adventure.