In a pirate romance novel, there are several typical characters. There is the dashing pirate protagonist, who is full of bravado and has a sense of honor despite being a pirate. Then there are the members of his crew, each with their own quirks and skills. There might be a cabin boy, who is learning the ropes and is in awe of the pirate life. There is also the villainous pirate, who is cruel and only interested in plunder. And of course, there is the female character, who may be a captive at first but becomes an important part of the pirate's life, either as a love interest or an equal partner in adventure.