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March 1811: War with Britain's former American colony looms on the horizon. Admiral Sir Richard Bolitho must once again face his enemies, as he leads a squadron against the powerful new ships of the United States navy. Supported by his loyal men, Bolitho must use all his ingenuity to defeat one of America's great naval commanders, Nathan Beer. But will Bolitho be too late to rescue his terribly wounded nephew Adam, being held as a Prisoner of War?...
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In March 1808, as Napoleon holds Portugal and threatens his old ally Spain, Vice-Admiral Sir Richard Bolitho is dispatched once more to the Cape of Good Hope to establish a permanent naval force....
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In September 1804, as England stands alone against France and the fleets of Spain, Vice-Admiral Richard Bolitho hoists his flag above the veteran Hyperion and sets sail with a new squadron for the Caribbean. His orders are to plan and execute a daring dawn raid on the Spanish Main. Beneath the hostile mortars of La Guaira lies the ultimate prize: Her Catholic Majesty's largest treasure ship, laden with gold and silver bound for Spain. Bolitho sails Hyperion east once more-to death or glory . . ....
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As the American Revolution rages on the mainland, the British Navy prepares for action at sea. Against a growing fleet of Americans and French privateers, the navy must maintain its blockade of Washington's vital military supplies. Caught up in the turmoil, junior officer Richard Bolitho finds himself having to make momentous decisions in the heat of battle-decisions that could affect the lives of many men and, perhaps, even the fate of nations. Lovers of fine nautical fiction, such as fans of Patrick O'Brian, C.S. Forester, and Capt. Frederick Marryat, will be delighted to meet a valiant new hero-Richard Bolitho-and follow his exciting (and historically authentic) adventures....
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The year is 1793, and England is once again at war. For Richard Bolitho, the renewal of hostilities with France means a fresh command and the chance for action after months of inactivity. ...
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March, 1811. Admiral Sir Richard Bolitho is once again summoned to London. In defense of an Empire, the Admiralty must quell the unrest in America-or face war with those who were once friends....
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Spithead, 1784. His majesty's Frigate Undine sets sail for India and the seas beyond. Europe may be at peace-but in colonial waters the promises of statesmen count for little and the bloody struggle for supremacy still goes on. Richard Bolitho would have cause to remember his admirals words: "The task I am giving you would be better handled by a squadron."...
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It's 1794, and England has been at war with Revolutionary France for almost two years. Richard Bolitho sets sail in the Hyperion with his untrained crew for blockade duty off France. But Commodore Mathias Pelham-Martin is an egotistical and incompetent superior, whose petty hostilities jeopardize the operation of an entire fleet. As the enemy moves in and out of sight the Hyperion gives chase, until finally, the long awaited rendezvous takes place.......
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The war with France ended in 1818 and Captain Adam Bolitho is given command of the newly commissioned frigate Onward. He is sent to North Africa on a diplomatic mission to accompany the French frigate Nautilus in a show of solidarity. He knows he is lucky—the voyage should be easy—but Adam longs for a chance to marry the beautiful Lowenna and settle down on the Bolitho estate in Cornwall. Instead he must deal with the envy and ambition of his officers, hidden agendas among his men, and the former enemy’s proximity. Then the Nautilus becomes a sacrificial offering, and the hunt is on for a treacherous foe. Suddenly every man must discover for himself whether the brotherhood of the sea can transcend old hatreds and an ocean of blood. ...
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In 1774, Richard Bolitho is a newly appointed Third Lieutenant, joining the 28-gun frigate Destiny. Dispatched on a secret mission, Destiny and her company face the hazards of conspiracy, treason, and piracy. It is amidst the broadside battles and clashes of swords that Bolitho learns to accept his new responsibilities as a King's officer....
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Plymouth, July 1801: Richard Bolitho's small squadron, still repairing the scars of battle earned in heavy action at Copenhagen, has been months away from the sea. But the Admiralty needs Bolitho. After eight years of war with France, Britain must make a gesture that will show her strength and determination-and one which will dramatically weaken the French cause. The Admiralty wants an attack. Rear-Admiral Bolitho must follow his flag's tradition of victory, even though-for the first time in his life-he is torn between the demands of public duty and personal need....
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