Iberian Flame: Thomas Kydd 20

In Stockwin's hands, the sea story continues to captivate readers worldwide, as Napoleon Bonaparte signs a treaty to dismember Portugal and put his brother, Joseph, on the throne of Spain. Meanwhile, Nicholas Renzi, the Lord Farndon, undertakes a deadly mission to stir up partisan unrest to disrupt this Napoleonic alliance. Captain Sir Thomas Kydd is dismayed to come up against an old foe from his past, now his superior and commander, who is determined to break him. Bonaparte gathers a crushing force and marches into Spain, leading to a fighting retreat to the coast. Only the Navy can save them, but the flame of insurrection has been lit, and the Peninsular War has begun.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 432 pages
\n Publication date: 18 October 2018
\n Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
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In Stockwin's capable hands, the captivating sea story continues to captivate readers worldwide. As the Peninsula reels from turmoil, Napoleon Bonaparte seizes the opportunity by signing a treaty that aims to dismantle Portugal and install his brother, Joseph, on the throne of Spain. Meanwhile, Nicholas Renzi, known as the Lord Farndon, embarks on a perilous mission to ignite partisan unrest, seeking to disrupt the alliance between Napoleon and Spain.

Thrust into the heart of this uprising, Captain Sir Thomas Kydd finds himself confronting an old adversary, now his superior and commander. This adversary is determined to break Kydd, testing the limits of his professional integrity. As the situation escalates, Kydd is faced with the most crucial decision of his career.

With a vengeful Bonaparte gathering a formidable force and swiftly advancing into Spain, the British expedition finds itself vastly outnumbered. In a desperate bid for survival, they are compelled to make a courageous fighting retreat towards the coast. However, the spark of insurrection has been ignited, marking the commencement of the Peninsular War.

Julian Stockwin's masterful storytelling and the Thomas Kydd series have garnered widespread acclaim. The books vividly portray life aboard the majestic ship-of-the-line, combining historical accuracy with thrilling fiction. Fans of fast-paced adventure will find ample satisfaction in this captivating tale, while history enthusiasts will appreciate the rich, authoritative detail that permeates the narrative.

In the words of the Daily Express, "Stockwin paints a vivid picture of life aboard the mighty ship-of-the-line," while the Nautical Magazine praises the book for its "heady adventure that blends fact and fiction in rich, authoritative detail." The Historical Naval Society commends THE ADMIRAL'S DAUGHTER for its ability to "keep readers enthralled from start to finish."

As the Peninsular War unfolds, the fate of nations hangs in the balance, and Captain Kydd and his fellow sailors find themselves at the forefront of a historic struggle. With courage, determination, and the unwavering support of the Navy, they will navigate the treacherous waters and emerge victorious, ensuring that the legacy of the sea story continues to captivate generations to come.

\n Weight: 304g\n
Dimension: 197 x 156 x 27 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781473641037\n \n