'Pirate Latitudes' by Michael Crichton - Book Club Discussion Questions

Pirate Latitudes by Michael Crichton was found as a manuscript among his belongings after his untimely death. It is a pirate yarn in the tradition of Treasure Island. Use these book club discussion questions on Pirate Latitudes to lead your reading group into Crichton's adventure story.

Spoiler Warning: These book club discussion questions on Pirate Latitudes by Michael Crichton contain details about the book. Finish the book before reading on.

1. Why is Almont excited to hear about a Spanish warship that did not attack the English merchantman?
2. What is Hunter’s plan to capture the Spanish treasure?
3. What are the various problems and surprises Hunter faces on his mission?
4. How does Sanson save the English crew?
5. After stealing the Spanish galleon, how does he handle the attack by the larger Spanish warship?
6. Why is Hunter arrested when he returns to Jamaica?
7. Are there any moral or other messages in the book?
8. What character do you view as most admirable? The least admirable?
9. Do you think Crichton wanted the book published? Should it have been published?
10. Rate Pirate Latitudes on a scale of 1 to 5.