"Frenchman's Creek" is a historical novel written by Daphne du Maurier, published in 1941. Set in the early 18th century, the story follows Lady Dona St. Columb, a disenchanted noblewoman who escapes her stifling life in London to seek freedom in Cornwall. There, she encounters a charming pirate, leading her to a life of adventure and self-discovery. The novel explores themes of love, freedom, and the conflict between societal expectations and personal desires. As Dona becomes entangled in the pirate's world, she must confront her own values and the consequences of her choices, ultimately seeking a balance between duty and passion.