Synopses & Reviews
Young William Bentley, survivor of the bloody Welfare mutiny, reluctantly resumes his naval career as an officer on the press tender Biter. When the Biter is reassigned to combat the wicked trade of smuggling, Bentley is caught up in the investigation of the murder of two customs officers.
Review
"The characters are drawn into a distiny of fear, love, hatred, and horrifying tragedy." —Yorkshire Gazette & Herald
Synopsis
The wicked trade is smuggling--customs men and smugglers battling over piles of booty. Surrounded by corruption and greed, Bentley confronts ever more ruthless companions and crew while the dark shadow of his brutal uncle, Captain Swift, looms over him once more.
About the Author
Jan Needle, a native of Portsmouth, England, has had a lifelong interest in naval history. He is the author of four acclaimed novels under the pseudonym Frank Kippax, and also has a highly successful career as a TV scriptwriter and, under his own name, as a writer of award-winning children's fiction.