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Form Line Of Battle

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I have vary much enjoyed this series of Captain Richard Bolitho which chronicles his naval career from lowly mideshipman up to captain and beyond.

In this story we see Bolitho being tasked to find the mutineers from the Bounty, lead by a notorious pirate. As with the others in the series this book is fast paced and a great read. If you liked the Bolutho series so far then this one will not disappoint.

A note on the Kindle version: Vary good conversion to e-format with no typos or misprints at all.

This book is simply a great read. Our hero fights on land and sea; there is plenty of action and adventure. The descriptions of the battles are captivating and the story never drags.
In this story, we see burden of command weighing heavily on Bolitho. He's not a hero in the traditional sense. He gets things done, but he is no super-hero. He must, MUST, perform regardless how tired or fatigued he is, the incompetence and rivalries of his subordinates, and a host of other problems. Given that, Bolitho is not only a believable figure, he's one that the reader can relate to.
If you like action and adventure and a story that moves right along, then this is the book (and series) for you. I highly recommend it.

A compelling read from start to finish you are there you can feel the anguish and the joy you are there on the quarterdeck.

Form line of battle. A very descriptive work, thoroughlyenjoyed it. I could not put the book down until finished it

This is certainly one of the best Bolitho novels, especially of the early series, which are far stronger than some later stories. Kent is a fine writer at his best, imbuing his tales with a clear feel for his strongly crafted central figure.

Bolitho is at his best when facing dubious odds and having to inspire his men to overcome them. Here in 1793, during the early years of the war with France, Britain attempts a toehold in Revolutionary France. Bolitho and his Hyperion, deal with disunity, convicts, harsh superiors and the enemy. This s probably my favourite of the early novels, and after the previous two stories, a welcome return to form. Enjoy

bought for my uncle as a gift. He says it is good condition and the large print is a real boost for him, as his eyesight is failing.

Another excellent book from Alexander Kent, fabulous read that deserves a few hours of your time. The hardest part is understanding the locations but this cane remedied by a quick search on the net.

Alexander Kent at his very best. Easy to download, easy to read, - books to inflame the imagination over and over again.

A first class book, downloaded seamlessly to my Amazon Kindle, (the original one) and I have enjoyed every Alexander Kent word.

As always Alexander Kent a.k.a. Douglas Reaman, gives a powerful description of war at sea as it was in the hay day of the Royal Navy, despite enforced " reecruitment". Even Horatio Hornblower, always a good read too, pales before mid-shipman / Admiral Bolitho and "Form Line Of Battle" is as good a read as any - and I have read all of them in the paper version. Recommend this to any one who likes their history wrapped up in adventure without straying too far from either the facts or reality.