Joan Druett
4 SeriesJoan Druett is a New Zealand author known for her works in historical fiction and non-fiction, with a focus on maritime history. She holds a B.A. in English literature from Victoria University of Wellington and began her writing career at age 40. Druett and her husband Ron have two sons and six grandchildren.
In "The Money Ship" by Joan Druett, Captain Rochester captivates Jerusha, a seafaring woman, with tales of a hidden treasure in the South China Sea, believed to be the pirate Hochman's lost trove. The path to the riches is marked by enigmatic clues: a haunted islet, a dragon-carved obelisk, legends of warring kings and priests, and mystical tempests. Jerusha's quest is fraught with challenges, including treachery, adultery, murder, and complex Malayan politics. Her journey intertwines with her own arranged marriage, adding personal stakes to the adventure. Druett weaves a tale of mystery and danger, set against the backdrop of the exotic South China Sea.
