Balkan Glory
Thomas Kydd 23
(Author) Julian Stockwin'Paints a vivid picture of life aboard the mighty ship-of-the-line' - Daily Express 1811. The Adriatic, the 'French Lake', is now the most valuable territory Napoleon Bonaparte possesses. Captain Sir Thomas Kydd finds his glorious return to England cut short when the Admiralty summons him to lead a squadron of frigates into these waters to cause havoc and distress to the enemy. Kydd is dubbed 'The Sea Devil' by Bonaparte who personally appoints one of his favourites, Dubourdieu, along with a fleet that greatly outweighs the British, to rid him of this menace. At the same time, Nicholas Renzi is sent to Austria on a secret mission to sound out the devious arch-statesman, Count Metternich. His meeting reveals a deadly plan by Bonaparte that threatens the whole balance of power in Europe. The only thing that can stop it is a decisive move at sea and for this he must somehow cross the Alps to the Adriatic to contact Kydd directly. A climactic sea battle where the stakes could not be higher is inevitable. Kydd faces Dubourdieu with impossible odds stacked against him. Can he shatter Bonaparte's dreams of breaking out of Europe and marching to the gates of India and Asia?
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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