Romanov Rescue

In the last year of the Great War, a family in Russia waits for their fate, shivering and hungry in the dark, while their relatives in England have turned their backs. An escaped prisoner of war, an airship, and a German general may be able to contest fate and tear the fabric of time to effect The Romanov Rescue.

Format: Hardback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 02 November 2021
Publisher: Baen Books

Mankind's history is intricately woven with the threads of fate, a sturdy fabric that resists wear and tear. As we delve into the year 1918, the final year of the most devastating war in human history, we witness the staggering state of all the belligerents. Starvation and disease loom large, casting a shadow over the lives of countless individuals. In Russia, once a formidable force, the country is rapidly descending into civil war and chaos, leaving a lone family behind. Father, Mother, four beautiful young girls, and a brave but sickly boy huddle together in the darkness, their bodies shivering from the cold and their stomachs growling with hunger. They yearn for salvation, but their relatives in England have turned their backs on them, leaving them under the cruel watch of guards who torment them relentlessly. Despite their dire circumstances, they hold onto the hope of a better future. They gaze upward, yearning for divine intervention, but their prayers go unanswered. They know that they pose a threat to the new regime, a threat that must be eliminated in due time. Yet, even the strongest fabrics have their weaknesses. An escaped prisoner of war, caught, injured, and punished, yet still possessing remarkable capabilities, may be one such weakness. An airship, returned and at loose ends after a failed mission to Africa, could be another. And a German general, taking a wrong turn on his nightly walk and suddenly facing the horrifying reality of the monster rising in the east, could be a third.

Follow us as the general issues his orders, the prisoner of war rallies his fellow men, and the airship takes off, determined to challenge fate, to unravel the fabric of time, and to orchestrate the remarkable Romanov Rescue.

The Carrera series, hailed as "interplanetary warfare with a visceral story of bravery and sacrifice," promises thrilling escapades for fans of military science fiction. Author Kratman's dystopia is a fast-paced page-turner filled with unexpected twists and turns. With a background in military and geopolitical expertise, Kratman brings a depth of knowledge to his storytelling, making it a captivating and immersive experience for readers.

As the year 1918 draws to a close, the fate of the Romanov family hangs in the balance. The lone family, huddled together in the darkness, awaits their own destiny, uncertain of what the future holds. But even in the face of adversity, they refuse to give up hope. They believe that there is a way out, a way to escape the clutches of their tormentors and find a brighter future. And as they struggle against the odds, they are joined by unexpected allies, who come to their aid in their quest for salvation.

The Romanov Rescue is a story of bravery, resilience, and the power of human connection. It is a testament to the human spirit's enduring strength, even in the darkest of times. And as the characters face their greatest challenges, they discover that their love for each other and their determination to survive will be their greatest weapons.

In the end, the Romanov Rescue is a triumph of the human spirit. It is a story that reminds us of the importance of hope, of perseverance, and of the indomitable human will to survive. It is a story that will inspire generations to come and a reminder that even in the face of impossible odds, there is always a glimmer of light that can guide us toward a brighter future.

Weight: 760g
Dimension: 167 x 242 x 46 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781982125707