'Snarleyyow' Summary

The novel Snarleyyow, originally published as 'The Dog Fiend', is a humorous and action-packed tale set against the backdrop of the British Navy around 1700. The story centers around the tyrannical Captain Kyd and his indestructible dog, Snarleyyow, who terrorize the crew of their cutter. When the cutter is tasked with intercepting a group of smugglers, little do they know that these smugglers are actually Jacobites plotting against King William. As the crew navigates the treacherous waters of smuggling and political intrigue, the novel explores themes of cruelty, heroism, and the fine line between good and evil.