"The Bright and Breaking Sea is an utter delight. I deeply enjoyed my voyage with Kit Brightling and her loyal and charming crew and would happily sail with them anywhere." —Kat Howard, author of An Unkindness of Magicians

"A heroine worth cheering for and some magic I wish I could tap into myself. Set sail with Captain Kit Brightling; you'll like the cut of this story's jib." —Kevin Hearne, author of Ink & Sigil

"Magic and sea battles set in a world that gives more than a nod to the Napoleonic wars—entertaining and fun!" —Patricia Briggs, author of Smoke Bitten

“The diverse crew, sea battles, intrigue, treason, class and gender infighting, and the attraction between Kit and Grant will appeal to fans of historical military fantasies like Naomi Novik’s Temeraire series. Readers will eagerly anticipate the next exciting adventure.”—Booklist

"Neill's creative reinterpretation of the Napoleonic Wars is diverse and gripping, and the growing bond between the well-matched Kit and Grant is sure to conquer readers' hearts." —Publishers Weekly

"Readers who enjoy adventure, intrigue and a touch of magic will be swept away by Chloe Neill's seafaring historical fantasy and its devoted and supremely competent captain." —Shelf-Awareness.com

“A fast-paced tale of high adventure, featuring naval battles, the rescue of a prisoner from a pirate stronghold, the hunt for traitors. And heroes, male and female both, with superior talents to get the job done. The writing is taut and witty." —Historical Novel Society