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Book Synopsis''Yankee Mission is a jewel in Julian Stockwin''s crown as a master in naval fiction, with a ship-to-ship fight so vivid that the battle''s sounds and scents fly off the pages like lethal wooden splinters'' - Quarterdeck
1812. Off the coast of Brazil, HMS Java, a proud British 38-gun frigate, is captured in battle by the American USS Constitution - signaling across the world''s oceans a challenge to Britain''s naval premiership that cannot be ignored.
Back in England Captain Sir Thomas Kydd is enjoying a moment of normal life with his wife and his newborn son. With his Thunderer in dock receiving some well-earned repairs he is, momentarily, without a command. It''s a position the Admiralty does not leave him in for long, and he is soon given a mission: engage the young republic in a fair fight, frigate against frigate, and restore the Navy''s reputation. And they have just the ship and crew for him . . . Tyger.
Trade Review
PRAISE FOR PREVIOUS BOOKS IN THE KYDD SERIES:
A very readable and enjoyable story . . . I can only recommend that you go out, beg, borrow or buy, and enjoy * Bernard Cornwell *
In Stockwin's hands the sea story will continue to entrance readers across the world * Guardian *
This heady adventure blends fact and fiction in rich, authoritative detail * Nautical Magazine *
The characterization is first-class, and the reader quickly becomes involved with all that happens * Historical Novels Review *
There is no disputing Stockwin's ability to tell a good yarn backed by meticulous research. Stockwin's eye for authentic detail is faultless * Pennant *
Paints a vivid picture of life aboard the mighty ship-of-the-line * Daily Express *
