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Books > Fiction > Genre fiction > Adventure / thriller > Historical adventure
'Unputdownable ... I was blown away' Angus Donald, bestselling
author of the Outlaw ChroniclesTwo kings. Two nations. One crown.
The start of an epic historical espionage series by master authors
A.J. Mackenzie.1328. After years of civil unrest between England
and France, Charles IV dies, leaving no apparent heir. His closest
heir to the throne is Edward III of England, but it passes instead
to Charles' cousin, Phillip, spurring both countries on to war.
1346. Landing at Normandy, Edward's immense army makes inroads into
French territory, burning everything in their path. But the
mysterious assassination of an English knight reveals a terrible
truth: there is a traitor in their midst. The king charges Simon
Merrivale, the Prince of Wales' herald, with solving the case. As
the army marches on towards its destiny, at the awesome scenes of
the Battle of Crecy, Simon will uncover a conspiracy that goes to
the heart of the warring nations. Among the ashes and the rubble,
their fate will be decided: on the battlefield... and in the
shadows. A scintillating medieval adventure of warfare and
espionage, steeped in years of research, perfect for fans of David
Gilman and Conn Iggulden. Praise for A Flight of Arrows Like one of
those exquisite tapestries with interlacing strands in an array of
vivid colour [...] a truly enthralling account of the events
leading up to Crecy. Compulsory reading for all who enjoy that most
fascinating period of English history' Paul Doherty, author of The
Nightingale Gallery 'Fast-paced, action-packed and full of
adventure [...] one of the best reads this year' Parmenion Books 'A
rip-roaring story and devilish plot with outstanding historical
detail [...] Mackenzie has created a character who will surely take
his place in the canon of historical literary detectives' C. B.
Hanley, author of the Mediaeval Mysteries series 'Espionage,
treachery and long-buried sins come to the fore in the
blood-stained fields of fourteenth-century Normandy. A compelling
story of courage and betrayal - I loved it' Katherine Stansfield,
author of the Cornish Mystery series
Epic sea battles abound in this historical naval adventure.Alan
Lewrie is now commander of his own ship, HMS Jester, which
participates in the spectacular British victory over the French at
the famous battle known as The Glorious First of June. From there
Lewrie is dispatched to the Mediterranean to inform Admiral Hood of
the French defeat. Under Hood's inspired leadership, Lewrie assists
in the conquest of Corsica, but Hood is soon replaced by the
maddeningly cautious Admiral Hotham. Only alongside one Horatio
Nelson does Lewrie again find his chance to be of service in a
series of fierce battles along the French coast. And it is along
that same coast that he hears once again of an old enemy, the
French commander Guillaume Choundas. Seventh in The Alan Lewrie
Naval Adventures, The King's Commander is perfect for fans of
Patrick O'Brian, Julian Stockwin and C.S. Forester. Praise for
Dewey Lambdin'You could get addicted to this series. Easily' New
York Times Book Review 'The best naval series since C. S. Forester'
Library Journal 'Fast-moving... A hugely likeable hero, a huge cast
of sharply drawn supporting characters: there's nothing missing.
Wonderful stuff' Kirkus Reviews
All the technical details and swashbuckling action scenes readers
have come to expect from Dewey Lambdin.Fresh from his successes
along the French coast, Commander Alan Lewrie is dispatched to the
Adriatic to patrol the shores of Italy and intercept any French
ships trying to reinforce Napoleon's armies. The four ship squadron
the HMS Jester has joined emerge victorious from the first few
skirmishes, but it soon becomes evident, even to Lewrie, that the
British forces need reinforcements. The aid they receive, however,
might be the most terrifying aspect of the war yet... and a lethal
mistake. Eighth in The Alan Lewrie Naval Adventures, Jester's
Fortune is perfect for fans of John Drake, Julian Stockwin and
Patrick O'Brian. Praise for Dewey Lambdin'You could get addicted to
this series. Easily' New York Times Book Review 'The best naval
series since C. S. Forester' Library Journal 'Fast-moving... A
hugely likeable hero, a huge cast of sharply drawn supporting
characters: there's nothing missing. Wonderful stuff' Kirkus
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'Startlingly original and poetic-Bullock combines horror and
brutality with unexpected moments of tenderness .' OBSERVER 'The
voice she gives to Norris as memories and delusions meld in his
disintegrating mind is a haunting one. SUNDAY TIMES Best Historical
Novels September 2020 . Madness, freedom, love, rebellion and
compassion in C18th Bedlam, post Mutiny on the Bounty. Emily
Bullock has dazzling talent. AMANDA CRAIG. 'A turbulent and
thrilling voyage on the high seas of madness.' ANN MORGAN Emily
Bullock is a wonderful writer, and in this superbly crafted novel
she doesn't waste a single word as she hurls us headlong through a
swirling maze of madness that leads us to the very heart of James
Norris. AMANDA HUGGINS
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