Sailing the Seas of History: My Salty Mary
Hold your pirate hats, 'cause a new book is hitting the high seas, and it's got all the makings of a brilliant replacement for our beloved but cancelled series "Our Flag Means Death." This book is "My Salty Mary," a sequel to "My Lady Jane", which, if you haven't read, is all about the crazy adventures of Lady Jane Grey and her reign as Queen of England (even though it’s kinda historically accurate!). Get ready for a wild twist on Historical Fiction.
So why is "My Salty Mary" the perfect fix for the "Our Flag Means Death" void? The series is known for being hilariously chaotic, filled with pirates and love in a whole bunch of creative combinations. "My Salty Mary" is basically a love letter to history, especially to all those wild pirates from the golden age. This book focuses on Mary Read, a real historical pirate figure who also showed up for a brief but amazing moment in "Our Flag Means Death". If the author, Cynthia Hand, can pull off the same magic from "My Lady Jane", then we're going to see a pirate adventure full of humor, adventure, and probably even some serious romance (since “My Lady Jane” wasn’t exactly shy about romance and those strong, complex characters!). It's got all the stuff you loved from "Our Flag Means Death", so what could be better for fans?
A Pirate Story From a Lady: What To Expect from "My Salty Mary"
"My Salty Mary" is a love story about the fierce pirate Mary Read, with a dash of magic, as if Pirates needed another kind of superpower. You'll be in for a great ride as Mary tries to prove that she’s more than just a mermaid with human ambition; she wants to be an amazing, tough pirate! The writers who helped create "My Lady Jane," Jodi Meadows, Brodi Ashton, and Cynthia Hand, have crafted a fresh spin on historical fiction – imagine all that action and intrigue of historical settings but with this bold feminist take on the pirate era.
Here’s a tidbit of a hint as to why you’ll love “My Salty Mary”: In "My Lady Jane," the story centered on Queen Jane Grey's adventures and love in the 1550s – but the series' premise has been using female figures named "Mary". From the first “My Lady Jane” to “My Contrary Mary” (the tale of Mary Queen of Scots) we have followed amazing and challenging stories that challenge those conventional expectations, showing us that these female characters deserve a spot in those powerful roles of history! It is definitely refreshing!
"My Salty Mary" - More Than Just a “What if?" Fantasy
A lot of "Our Flag Means Death" fans are heartbroken that it got the axe. For many viewers, “Our Flag Means Death” brought about this special bond - a hilarious combination of love, history, and real-world pirates. But don’t fret, you can definitely see some similarities between the "Our Flag Means Death" world and "My Lady Jane" and “My Salty Mary” which focuses on a lady with a sword and the salty seas! The writing is brilliant, full of humor, and a genuine love for historical tales that really resonate. So fans are bound to find that spark of magic again.
But here's why “My Lady Jane” makes sense for "Our Flag Means Death” fans: It has that same spirit of bold imaginations of what happened in the past and it revolves around a “what if" scenario, a fantasy tale where Queen Jane Grey survives (yeah, you’re already hooked by now)! This book series, while different in its period and character, has those whimsical and heartfelt themes that made "Our Flag Means Death" such a blast.
Why "Our Flag Means Death" Needs a Replacement!
"Our Flag Means Death" was all about an unusual, unexpected (and seriously funny) love story of a kind pirate, Stede Bonnet, and the wicked pirate, Blackbeard. You know, that hilarious, heartwarming story about two fellas falling for one another amidst the madness and the mayhem! Sadly, this was a show where those romantic and heartwarming stories didn't get to play out as fans would've liked.
Many viewers loved seeing a show like “Our Flag Means Death” featuring strong LGBTQ+ relationships and a truly hilarious story set on the high seas. Now, those fans need a good fix, especially now that the show’s been cancelled. It is likely to resonate with viewers who enjoy heartwarming love stories as well as fans of period pieces, as “Our Flag Means Death” captured the hearts of so many!
"My Salty Mary," An Open Book For All to Enjoy
So grab a copy of “My Salty Mary”. Not only is it a great read for fans who miss “Our Flag Means Death”, but it’s also a chance for those who want more about the magic of pirates or history and adventure in a way that challenges our perceptions. Plus, it’s bound to spark some fresh conversations. We can only wait for the book to hit the shelves on August 20, 2024 – and we can’t wait to hear what everyone is saying! Maybe it will spark another series or be adapted, too. It would be really neat if the entire "My Lady Jane" series could eventually see their day on streaming, so all these amazing female characters can come alive on screen. You know what they say; anything is possible at sea, and you never know when a new adventure is around the corner.
