Synopses & Reviews
In the 10th book of the popular series, rumors fly of Napoleons planned invasion of England, and British naval commander Thomas Kydd is sent to liaise with American inventor, Robert Fulton, who has created infernal machines” that can wreak mass destruction from a distance. Fulton believes that his inventions, namely the submarine and torpedo, will win the day for the power that possesses them, and Kydd must help him develop the devices. Despite his own scruples, believing that standing man-to-man is the only honorable way to fight, Kydd agrees to take part in the crucial testing of these weapons of mass destruction, which just may decide the fate of England.
Review
"Stockwins richly detailed . . . portrait of life on ship and shore in Britains oceanic empire is engrossing. He writes evocatively of shipboard routine, the panic and confusion of combat, and the terrifying approach of a storm at sea, and he knows how to stage enthralling action scenes." Publishers Weekly
Review
"Stockwin continues to display his talents in transporting his audience from the 21st century to the chaotic worlds of Kydd, Renzi, and their imperiled homeland." Historical Novels Review
Synopsis
In the 10th book of the series, British naval commander Thomas Kydd is sent to meet with an American inventor who has created machines that can wreak mass destruction from a distance. Kydd agrees to take part in the testing of these weapons, which just may decide the fate of England.
About the Author
Julian Stockwin is a retired lieutenant commander of the Royal Navy Reserve. He entered the British Navy at age 15 and was eventually named a Member of the British Empire.