Readers of Patrick O''Brian and C. S. Forester will love this sensational swashbuckling naval adventure from multi-million copy seller Alexander Kent.
''One of our foremost writers of naval fiction'' - Sunday Times
''Shipwreck, survival...a spirited battle, a splendid yarn'' - The Times
''A fantastic book - did not want to put it down'' -- ***** Reader review
''Well written, nautically and historically excellent'' -- ***** Reader review
''A fast moving, captivating, page turner - not recommended if you want to go to sleep right away'' -- ***** Reader review
''A rollicking maritime yarn'' -- ***** Reader review
*********************************************************************************************
1789: NEW SOUTH WALES. Into Sydney, capital of Britain''s infant colony, sails the frigate Tempest. She is one of His Majesty''s ships employed in policing the new southern trade routes.
