A Regimental Affair: (The Matthew Hervey Adventures: 3): A gripping and action-packed military adventure from bestselling author Allan Mallinson - Brossura

Mallinson, Allan

Brossura

ISBN 10: 055350715X ISBN 13: 9780553507157

Casa editrice: Bantam, 2002

Riassunto

Canada 1817

Captain Matthew Hervey is suffering the effects of unrest within his beloved regiment, the 6th Light Dragoons.

Their new commanding officer - wealthy, arrogant and cruel - has taken an immediate dislike to him. Somehow, Hervey must earn promotion while retaining his integrity and the loyalty of his men.

Then the regiment is sent to Canada where, in the aftermath of war with the United States, Hervey faces danger on two fronts. Murderous native tribes are on the move. While, closer to home, he and his commanding officer have embarked on a collision course - the consequences of which will be devastating...

'A riveting tale of heroism, derring-do and enormous resource in the face of overwhelming adversity.' Birmingham Post

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Recensione:

"'Assured and capable...a fine read - charming, intelligent and occasionally witty'" (The Times)

"'Many fascinating strands woven into this beautifully written saga endorse the author's mastery of narrative. Sympathy, style and control mark the polished horseman; these talents are surely applicable to this talented writer'" (Country Life)

"'A riveting tale...Matthew Hervey has now joined Bernard Cornwell's Sharpe and Patrick O'Brian's Jack Aubrey'" (Birmingham Post)

"'The novel's re-creation of the period ... should keep fans of the regency military-romance genre happy'" (The Sunday Times)

"'Confirms his undoubted talents and marks him out as the heir to Patrick O'Brian and C.S.Forester'" (Observer)

Descrizione del libro:

Matthew Hervey faces renegades at home and in North America.

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• Editore: Bantam
• Data di pubblicazione: 2002
• ISBN 10: 055350715X
• ISBN 13: 9780553507157
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 512