Book 7: Chapter 11 Summary

The launch of Prudence, July 12, 1714

Orney, Daniel, Kilkin and Threader set out on the Prudence, an English hooker, in search of a suitable sabotage point along the river Thames. When they see Saturn on the shore, they moor the boat and head for the tavern strategically selected for its convenient position on the river. The tavern overlooks the river and docks, giving the men an exceptional vantage point. With the trap set, they wait.

Book 7: Chapter 11 Analysis

Daniel is determined to understand more about Jack and his motives and he decides, along with the other members of the Clubb, to capture Jack. The lure is the contents of Dr. Hooke's chest. They learned from the interrogation of John Doe that Jack was had hired the common thief to find Hooke's dowry. Sir Isaac suggests hiring someone to auction off individual items...