Stand into Danger

by Alexander Kent, Douglas Reeman · 1979

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In 1774, Richard Bolitho is a newly appointed Third Lieutenant, joining the 28-gun frigate Destiny. Dispatched on a secret mission, Destiny and her company face the hazards of conspiracy, treason, and piracy. It is amidst the broadside battles and clashes of swords that Bolitho learns to accept his new responsibilities as a King's officer.

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historical fictionhistorical fictionMore like thisLess of thisadventureadventureMore like thisLess of thiswar and militarywar and militaryMore like thisLess of this
Themes
nauticalnauticalMore like thisLess of this
Setting
EnglandEnglandMore like thisLess of this
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historyhistoryMore like thisLess of this
Audience
adult
Length
medium · 288 pages

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