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Quarterdeck

Thomas Kydd, Book 5

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Quarterdeck

By: Julian Stockwin
Narrated by: Christian Rodska
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Thomas Kydd was promoted to acting lieutenant at the bloody Battle of Camperdown in October 1797. Now he must sit an exam to confirm his rank or face an inglorious return before the mast.

©2004 Julian Stockwin (P)2014 Audible, Inc. Historical Mystery Fiction

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I'm becoming a real fan of this series but this book marks a change of pace for Kydd and Renzi. Moving up to the lofty heights of the Quarterdeck they are now faced with a myriad challenges of a different nature. I think that it's a positive that the author decided to spend time on this difficult transition for Kydd but it does result in less of the action that is so integral to the other books. My only criticism would be that it seemed to be largely a series of encounters in which Kydd proves that he doesn't match the initial impressions of others. It remains however an enjoyable read and still shows just how excellent the author's knowledge of his subject is. On top of that the narration from Christian Rodska maintains his now customary excellent standards.

So, in summary, a satisfying read, I'll continue with the series but simply a bit less exciting than the others.

Well worth a read but more sedate . . .

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I loved this book in a wonderful series following the nautical adventures of Tom Kydd

Great

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my only slight criticism of the narrative is that lieutenant is pronounced as the American lootenant rather than the British navel lefftenant. I'm sure that it should be the British pronunciation although I could be wrong and at the time the pronunciation was other. and certainly stand to be corrected . but love series of books

just a thoroughly good sea going yarn

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excellent book great ending , I want more of this . Next one coming up .
his attention to sailing detail is brilliant

brilliant

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excellent storyline, Kydd by Mr Stockwin is pure entertainment. Christian Rodska Narrates brillantly. certainly worth a listen!

A brilliant, sea story a true sensation!

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