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    Default New rip roaring adventure just out.

    Following the popularity of the memoirs of Harry Flashman, the Victorian scoundrel who got himself embroiled in many events of his age, this book introduces a new generation of the family: Thomas Flashman, whose career covers the Napoleonic and Georgian era.

    This first book (and a later book in the series - Flashman and the Emperor) covers his adventures with Thomas Cochrane, one of the most extraordinary naval commanders of all time.
    From the brothels and gambling dens of London, through political intrigues and espionage, the action moves to the Mediterranean and the start of Cochrane's career including the most astounding single ship action of the Napoleonic war.

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    The Business of the commander-in-chief is first to bring an enemy fleet to battle on the most advantageous terms to himself, (I mean that of laying his ships close on board the enemy, as expeditiously as possible); and secondly to continue them there until the business is decided.

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    Thanks for alerting us to this :-)

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    I will do a proper revue once I have read the story.
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    The Business of the commander-in-chief is first to bring an enemy fleet to battle on the most advantageous terms to himself, (I mean that of laying his ships close on board the enemy, as expeditiously as possible); and secondly to continue them there until the business is decided.

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    I hope it lives up to the standards of George McDonald Frasier. His books were glorious!

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    Interesting. I am busy reading Dudley Pope's Lord Ramage series.

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    I may well revisit that series myself Eric. I first read those about 50 years ago, and have forgotton most of the plot lines, so with my extra knowledge gleaned over many years I will see how they stand up to time.
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    The Business of the commander-in-chief is first to bring an enemy fleet to battle on the most advantageous terms to himself, (I mean that of laying his ships close on board the enemy, as expeditiously as possible); and secondly to continue them there until the business is decided.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bligh View Post
    Following the popularity of the memoirs of Harry Flashman, the Victorian scoundrel who got himself embroiled in many events of his age, this book introduces a new generation of the family: Thomas Flashman, whose career covers the Napoleonic and Georgian era.

    This first book (and a later book in the series - Flashman and the Emperor) covers his adventures with Thomas Cochrane, one of the most extraordinary naval commanders of all time.
    From the brothels and gambling dens of London, through political intrigues and espionage, the action moves to the Mediterranean and the start of Cochrane's career including the most astounding single ship action of the Napoleonic war.

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    Ooh, I feel a birthday present coming on

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    It was interesting but not enough for me to get interested in the next book in the series.
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    The Business of the commander-in-chief is first to bring an enemy fleet to battle on the most advantageous terms to himself, (I mean that of laying his ships close on board the enemy, as expeditiously as possible); and secondly to continue them there until the business is decided.

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    Have to give it a try though, especially as it's only £2.99 on Kindle . I really enjoyed the originals by George McDonald Frasier, and I still have the complete set. Dudley Pope's Lord Ramage was another really good series, I agree. But those have long since found a new home. Should I buy them again Where's my ladyship right now,
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    Quote Originally Posted by Cochrane View Post
    Where's my ladyship right now,
    She's behind you!

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    The Business of the commander-in-chief is first to bring an enemy fleet to battle on the most advantageous terms to himself, (I mean that of laying his ships close on board the enemy, as expeditiously as possible); and secondly to continue them there until the business is decided.

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    Money gone indeed. Only not on books - have invested in a "few" more ships and buildings for shore scenery

    Ah well, you only live once eh! Or is it twice? And why should a cat have nine lives, just to lose its tails in the name of naval justice? OK I'll shut up now
    Last edited by Cochrane; 10-08-2024 at 05:24.

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    Save some pennies, Mike, Entoyment still has a few bits of SoG.
    Sapiens qui vigilat He is wise who watches

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    Save some pennies, Mike, Entoyment still has a few bits of SoG.
    Already bought and paid for,Dave. Collecting them on Sunday

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