Bayonets Along the Border
Bayonets Along the Border by John Wilcox is a historical fiction novel published by Allison & Busby in 2014. This reprint edition spans 351 pages and is presented in English. Set in North West India during July 1897, the story follows Simon and Alice Fonthill as they travel with their friend Jenkins to an anniversary party with the Guides Corps. Their journey takes a dangerous turn when they are ambushed, revealing the underlying tensions in the region.
As the narrative unfolds, readers will encounter themes of action and adventure amidst a backdrop of historical conflict. Upon reaching Marden, Simon and Jenkins are drawn into a mission to protect a fort from the Pathans, and Simon is soon tasked by Viceroy Elgin to deliver a critical letter to the Amir in Kabul. Alice accompanies them partway, but when she is kidnapped during a Pathan attack, Simon faces a race against time to rescue her. This edition offers a gripping exploration of loyalty and bravery in a tumultuous period.
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North West India, July 1897. Simon and Alice Fonthill are travelling with their old friend Jenkins to Marden, India for an anniversary party with Guides Corps. But when they are ambushed on their journey, they realise that the land may not be as peaceful as they first believed.
On arrival at Marden their suspicions are confirmed when they are told of fresh trouble from the Pathans leading Simon and Jenkins to join the charge to protect a nearby Fort. Their respite is short-lived when Simon is tasked by Viceroy Elgin to deliver a very important letter to the Amir in Kabul; it is agreed that Alice will accompany them as far as Fort Landi Kotal in the Khyber Pass. With Simon in Kabul, the Pathans attack the Pass and Alice is kidnapped by the Mullah leading the revolt. So Simon must battle against time and incredible odds to rescue his wife.
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