A Close Run Thing A John Pearce Adventure
A Close Run Thing A John Pearce Adventure by David Donachie is the fifteenth volume in the John Pearce Adventures series, published by Globe Pequot Publishing on September 1, 2023. This edition, written in English and spanning 382 pages, follows Lieutenant John Pearce as he navigates the treacherous waters of 1796. Hiding in the smugglers’ hub of Gravelines with his enigmatic companion Oliphant, Pearce faces the dual challenges of evading his old enemies, the Tolland brothers, and managing the complexities of his personal life as he seeks to return to England.
Readers will find a narrative rich in historical context, focusing on themes of war and sea adventures. As Pearce’s journey unfolds, the tension between his responsibilities and his desire for a stable family life with Emily Barclay and their son Adam becomes increasingly strained. The story also introduces a new mission for Pearce and Oliphant that takes them to north-east Spain, adding layers of intrigue and danger to their already precarious situation. This installment promises to engage fans of historical fiction and sea stories alike.
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The fifteenth volume in the popular John Pearce Adventures set on the high seas
1796: Lieutenant John Pearce is hiding in the smugglers’ hub of Gravelines with his mysterious companion, known only to him as Oliphant, trapped in French territory with no way out. Although they find a crew willing to take them to England, they discover on the journey that Pearce’s old enemies, the Tolland brothers, are still active on the route and danger may be lurking close to shore.
While being in his homeland brings Pearce closer to Emily Barclay and their young son, Adam, the constant need for discretion is an additional strain on their already fragile relationship. Then, just as things may be looking up, it seems Henry Dundas has another role for him and Oliphant: a mission to north-east Spain.
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