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'Stockwin assembles an exciting and suspenseful historical loaded with action, intrigue, treachery, and the bloody gore of 1805 warfare'
(Publishers Weekly on CONQUEST )'More historically accurate than the Patrick O'Brian series' (Royal Navy Sailing Association journal on the KYDD series )
'Another thundering good read for those who love seagoing stories in the Hornblower mould' (Peterborough Evening Telegraph on TREACHERY )
'This heady adventure blends fact and fiction in rich, authoritative detail.' (Nautical Magazine on VICTORY )
'Paints a vivid picture' (Daily Express on KYDD )
'Stockwin's descriptions of the bloody reality of naval combat 200 years ago are memorably vivid' (Yorkshire Evening Post on VICTORY )
'I was turning the pages almost indecently fast' (Independent on KYDD )
'A born storyteller and a man with a vivid imagination . . . his research is accurate and first class.' (Flagship on TREACHERY )
'In CONQUEST, Julian Stockwin unravels a tale that captures the approaching zenith of Napoleon's power, the origins of British South Africa, and the decline of the once-mighty Dutch empire, all seen through the eyes of the heroes of the age of fighting sail. It has just the right mix of action, suspense, and exoticism. Stockwin's exhaustive research ensures that historians will forget they're reading fiction while story-lovers won't mind that they're learning history.'
(Jason R. Musteen, Ph.D., Lieutenant Colonel, US Army )Review
'Stockwin assembles an exciting and suspenseful historical loaded with action, intrigue, treachery, and the bloody gore of 1805 warfare'
(Publishers Weekly on CONQUEST )'More historically accurate than the Patrick O'Brian series' (Royal Navy Sailing Association journal on the KYDD series )
'Another thundering good read for those who love seagoing stories in the Hornblower mould' (Peterborough Evening Telegraph on TREACHERY )
'This heady adventure blends fact and fiction in rich, authoritative detail.' (Nautical Magazine on VICTORY )
'Paints a vivid picture' (Daily Express on KYDD )
'Stockwin's descriptions of the bloody reality of naval combat 200 years ago are memorably vivid' (Yorkshire Evening Post on VICTORY )
'I was turning the pages almost indecently fast' (Independent on KYDD )
'A born storyteller and a man with a vivid imagination . . . his research is accurate and first class.' (Flagship on TREACHERY )
'This well-crafted naval adventure by a seasoned lieutenant commander of the British navy balances historical perspective with the excitement of a full broadside assault. Comparable to C.C. Humphreys's Jack Absolute series and the naval tales of the great Patrick O'Brian, Stockwin's engaging novel reveals the author's acumen for the history and spirit of the time'
(Library Journal (US) )'In CONQUEST, Julian Stockwin unravels a tale that captures the approaching zenith of Napoleon's power, the origins of British South Africa, and the decline of the once-mighty Dutch empire, all seen through the eyes of the heroes of the age of fighting sail. It has just the right mix of action, suspense, and exoticism. Stockwin's exhaustive research ensures that historians will forget they're reading fiction while story-lovers won't mind that they're learning history.'
(Jason R. Musteen, Ph.D., Lieutenant Colonel, US Army ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Once again. Julian Stockwin has taken historical events and placed his hero at the center of the action. The career (so far) of Thomas Kydd from wigmaker taken by press gang to Post Captain RN is full of adventure and exitement. The latest chapter, Conquest takes Tom to South Africa, following Trafalgar, and begins "the race to Empire". It is a naval tail of the first order. If you have not read any Kydd books yet you have a treat in store
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Conquest Julian Stockwin
This is the twelve book in the Thomas Kydd series and I found this one to be the most interesting historically due to the story matter being set at the dawn of the British Empire. Kydd and Renzi depart immediately after escorting Nelsons body back to London and embark on a daring and audacious expedition to capture Cape Town, South Africa, on behalf of the British Government.
Stockwin brilliantly links in fact with fiction and I found the whole read engrossing and entertaining at the same time. The description of the landing and subsequent land campaign was well written and the smells and sights portrayed transport you back to the events as it happened. Research is king and Stockwin leads the field in his portrayal of life in the Cape in 1806/7 the real characters of the time and his ability to avoid clutter and cut to the chase.
Renzi is appointed to a position as so befits his upbringing and administration skills and excels in his duties. He plans for the future but as is so often the case things never quite go to plan. His trip into the bush is exhilarating and his exploits unravel the plot to destroy the fledging colony.
Both Kydd and Renzi mature in this book, both of them showing promise and immense skill in their chosen profession. I look forward to the next book in the life not just of the two friends but the young empire to which they serve.
This is the twelve book in the Thomas Kydd series and I found this one to be the most interesting historically due to the story matter being set at the dawn of the British Empire. Kydd and Renzi depart immediately after escorting Nelsons body back to London and embark on a daring and audacious expedition to capture Cape Town, South Africa, on behalf of the British Government.
Stockwin brilliantly links in fact with fiction and I found the whole read engrossing and entertaining at the same time. The description of the landing and subsequent land campaign was well written and the smells and sights portrayed transport you back to the events as it happened. Research is king and Stockwin leads the field in his portrayal of life in the Cape in 1806/7 the real characters of the time and his ability to avoid clutter and cut to the chase.
Renzi is appointed to a position as so befits his upbringing and administration skills and excels in his duties. He plans for the future but as is so often the case things never quite go to plan. His trip into the bush is exhilarating and his exploits unravel the plot to destroy the fledging colony.
Both Kydd and Renzi mature in this book, both of them showing promise and immense skill in their chosen profession. I look forward to the next book in the life not just of the two friends but the young empire to which they serve.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
CONQUEST launches a bright new chapter in Captain Thomas Kydd's naval career, as England turns to expansion of her empire in distant and exotic corners of the world after victory at Trafalgar in 1805. This is vintage Julian Stockwin as Kydd--in command of the 32-gun frigate L'Aurore--sails into turbulent seas along the coast of Africa in support of a British expedition whose mission is to capture Cape Town, a step toward establishing a safe seaway to trade-rich India. Set against the impeccably researched history of the period, Kydd's saga continues to unfurl with Stockwin's crisp prose and attention to authenticity, which readers have come to expect. There are adventures aplenty, spliced to the young naval commander's inner growth and evolving relationship with Nicholas Renzi, which keep pages turning.
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Back on Form
I thought Kidd as a character had lost his way in recent books but this sees him and Renzi heading back to form. Read more
Published 2 months ago by dickerbee
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As usual Julian stockwin has produced a great fictional historical story to keep the reader hooked in this naval adventure. Read more
Published 4 months ago by TJC
Conquest by Julian Stockwin
Conquest Mr Stockwin has done it again. I was a soldier so did not get to spend much time at sea. Once, while waiting to join my Regiment in Berlin, and at which time I ended up... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Tom Stronach
Conquest
Superbly written story about the beginning of the Race for Empire.
The taking of the Cape Colony from the Dutch leads Captain Kydd into a new area and a new era of... Read more
The taking of the Cape Colony from the Dutch leads Captain Kydd into a new area and a new era of... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mr Steve Morgan
Conquered me again
I love this series. I am always on the lookout for new issues and not one has disappointed. Great story lines, brilliant characters, knowledgeable about the areas in the book and... Read more
Published 8 months ago by A. Coop
A bit dissapointing
Having read all of the Kydd books in the series, I bought this one expecting a real treat. Usually I can't put the books down as they are so exciting, but I found this one slightly... Read more
Published 9 months ago by L. Murphy
My Thoughts and Comments on Conquest by Julian Stockwin
I came late to the books of Julian Stockwin and this novel is the first one I have read, out of sequence I know but my excuse is that being disabled and not always able to get out... Read more
Published 9 months ago by John H Glen
conquest
The usual action of a high quality in the wrting. On a par with CS Forrester. Very readable and one of those books which is head and shoulders above others of the same type
Published 10 months ago by Mr. R. Cope
A change in direction!
Having read all of the Kydd series I was wondering how Mr Stockwin would move on from Trafalgar (Victory). Read more
Published 11 months ago by Thomas J. Anderson
Couldn't put it down!
Fabulous, fast moving read. I just had to keep reading and, unfortunately, had finished it on the same day I received it. Read more
Published 11 months ago by S. R. Bennett
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