This was a fun addition to the Sentinels of New Orleans series. It includes not only several short stories and a novella from the Sentinels world, but it also has info on the characters, history of the area, some history on Jean Lafitte, and reading recommendations for those of us who would like to read more on the history of New Orleans and Southern Louisiana. Now that I live here, I am definitely going to grab some of these suggestions. This series always makes me want to go on exploring trips, and I think after reading this addition, I am going to take some day trips to Cocodrie and Grand Isle.

As for the novella, Pirateship Down, that starts just after the 50% mark of the book, so its a decent-sized story all about my abso-favo character, Jean Lafitte! He is so debonair and lovable and charming and I just want to hug him and squeeze him and keep him forever. This story takes place shortly after Jean saved DJ's life, and their relationship is growing into something new. (I am 100% Team Lafitte; I would love to see a relationship between these two.) As for the story, Jean is up to his usual antics and, knowing they can't stop him, DJ and Rene are forced to go along with his plan to minimize whatever calamity is sure to occur. As always, Suzanne's world-building, and ability to weave past and present history and legends from this area were captivating. I can't wait for the next installment of the Sentinels series.

I received an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. 5 Stars / No Heat. ( )