Donland The King's Man: The King's Man
Paperback
Mystery & ThrillerGeneral FictionHistorical Fiction
Publisher Price: $12.95
Publisher: Paccom
Published: Dec 2 2025
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.42
Height: 0.34 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
As England battles for its survival against the relentless tide of Napoleon's ambition, Captain Isaac Donland finds himself thrust into the turbulent waters of the Mediterranean. With the infamous Wessex under his command, he embarks on a perilous mission to support Admiral Rushing's squadron blockading the strategic port of Toulon.
After a fierce skirmish with three French xebecs, Donland's resolve is tested as he navigates the treacherous waters not just of warfare, but of survival. With vital stores and fresh water running dangerously low, hope arrives in the form of a supply ship-one commanded by a young man who he thought dead.
But securing provisions is only the beginning. As the Wessex sets sail towards the perilous French shoreline, Donland's crew is embroiled in an unforeseen skirmish with local militia, pushing the captain to his limits. And while navigating diplomacy with allies becomes a tightrope walk, the real trial lies ahead: he learns of a predatory French frigate that is taking and destroying the vital supplies the blockading squadron depends upon. Wessex is ordered to find and sink the Frenchman.
Racing against time, Donland must pair the Wessex with an unforeseen ally-a John Company vessel, commanded by an old friend, who is also tasked to support the blockade. Together, they face a daunting enemy in a battle that will test their bravery, camaraderie, and survival in an epic sea battle.
In The Deadly Sea, readers will plunge into a heart-pounding tale of courage, loyalty, and the perils of war. Experience the relentless struggle for survival set against the backdrop of a ravaging conflict, where every choice has life-altering consequences and the bonds of friendship are forged in battle. Discover whether Donland can navigate the deadly waters and emerge victorious, or if the sea will claim yet another ship in its vast, unforgiving depths.
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