"A stirring yarn of utter determination and commitment to mission, I found this book hard to put down. If you like novels from the days of fighting sail, this one's for you!"
Barely months after returning from the Adriatic, Captain Sir James Merriman is enjoying some rare time with his wife and children. But his nation is exhausted by an apparently endless war and Napoleon’s continental system is denying Britain crucial supplies. Worse still, the French 80-gun ship Hercule has captured numerous British ships near the Cape of Good Hope. Captained by a wily veteran known as the lone wolf, the Hercule presents Merriman with his greatest adversary yet.
THE THREAT IN THE ATLANTIC
The Merriman Chronicles is a thrilling historical naval adventure series set during the Napoleonic Wars. The series follows the exploits of Captain James Abel Merriman, a skilled and determined officer in the British Royal Navy. With a focus on naval battles, espionage, and the complexities of 19th-century maritime warfare, the books provide a vivid and authentic portrayal of life at sea during this turbulent period. As Merriman and his crew navigate treacherous waters and face cunning enemies, they must rely on their wits, bravery, and loyalty to survive. Rich in historical detail and action, the series offers a gripping narrative that immerses readers in the drama and danger faced by men aboard King's ships in the Age of Sail.