Invasion
Thomas Kydd 10
(Author) Julian Stockwin'Paints a vivid picture of life aboard the mighty ship-of-the-line' - Daily Express Napoleon's forces are poised to invade Britain, and Commander Thomas Kydd's ship is at the forefront of the fleet defending the English coast. His honour restored after temporary disgrace in the Channel Islands, and reunited with his ship Teazer, Kydd seizes the chance to fight for his country. Then Kydd is abruptly withdrawn from the fleet and sent back to Dover on a secret mission to guard a mysterious American inventor. Having worked his way up from press-ganged seaman to captain of his own ship, Kydd is furious to find he will miss his opportunity to prove himself in battle. And Kydd's baffled superiors are equally angry to lose Kydd and his ship at such a dangerous time. Yet Kydd's role in the approaching war may be the most crucial part he has ever played. *** What readers are saying about INVASION 'Excellent in all respects' - 5 stars 'Very compelling reading!' - 5 stars 'I read ALL of the books by Julian Stockwin, he is an amazing author' - 5 stars 'Yet another top-notch tale from the grand master of the age of fighting sail' - 5 stars 'Julian Stockwin knows his craft . . . I lose myself in his books' - 5 stars
Julian Stockwin
Julian Stockwin is a British author known for his historical fiction novels, particularly the Kydd series which follows the adventures of Thomas Kydd, a naval officer during the Napoleonic Wars. Stockwin's works are meticulously researched and offer a vivid portrayal of life at sea during this turbulent period in history. His attention to detail and immersive storytelling have earned him a dedicated following among fans of historical fiction. His most famous work is "Kydd", the first book in the series, which introduces readers to the protagonist and sets the stage for the rest of the series. Stockwin's contributions to the historical fiction genre have solidified his reputation as a master storyteller and a leading voice in the field.
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