At first I wasn't so sure how I felt about this book. In the first several chapters it seems like Felix and Art don't really care for each other that much, and Art seems overeager for the sea, almost obsessively. But by about halfway through the book I was satisfied; what seemed like indifference was really just one of Art and Felix's trademark arguments. This plot line is well thought out, like that of the first "Piratica", and I LOVE the ending, not only because of the romance (although it is romantic as heck), but also the way Art and her crew contribute to the battle... It might be far fetched in another book, but in the world of Piratica it seems totally believeable.
I don't really know what to say about this book, except it's a really great read. There's no needless chatter at the beginning, it goes directly to the action. The writing is really good, as always with Tanith Lee, and though it seems like the plot line is going all over the place and it would be impossible to bring it all together, everything is ingeniously concluded in the end.
All I can say is, READ THIS BOOK! Although I have to admit that the first is probably a little better, the sequel is still very satisfying and I adore it. I love Piratica!