Private detective Andrei Serov, a former special forces officer, as a result of one of the intricate investigations is ... in the XVIII century Having traveled thousands of miles full of danger and adventure, Andrei becomes the captain of the pirate frigate "Crow" and part-time marquis Andre de Serra. But the glitter of gold, adrenaline rushes and curbs never turned into the meaning of his life. He wants to bring his frigate to Russia and serve Tsar Peter, who in the war with the Swedes is in dire need of experienced sailors. However, getting from the West Indies to the Baltic is not easy. The first storm at Canar breaks all plans . And the attack on the "Crow" of the Maghreb pirates, the owners of the Western Atlantic and the Mediterranean, makes it necessary to postpone the campaign to the north - the faithful companions and beautiful wife of Andrei Sheila are in captivity. They should be released at all costs!Previously, the book was published under the title "The Raven" ..