In this the third book of Under Admiralty Orders - The Oliver Quintrell Series M. C. Muir continues to develop old and new interesting characters who do not follow the norm of most naval fiction adventures.
Gibraltar has a walk on part in many naval fiction novels, however in Admiralty Orders it comes centre stage as Quintrell and his crew are sent to join the defences as war with Spain looms. While plague depletes the garrison and population of 'The Rock' during 1804 and the resultant quarantine cuts off help from the Mediterranean fleet Quintrell must offer what assistance he can to defend the colony.
As you might expect, this novel is mainly land based but it is good to read about the realities of life in this tiny outpost of vital importance to the Royal Navy. The true events of 1804 are woven into a well writter and believable plot. I continue to enjoy reading Quintrell's adventures and look forward to the next in the series Coins for the Colony. Recommended.
Description of: The Tainted Prize
Author: M. C. Muir
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