The Hostile Shore
The Hostile Shore by Douglas Reeman is a historical fiction novel published by Globe Pequot Publishing on August 1, 2022. This edition spans 256 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Rupert Blair, whose family was among the passengers on the ill-fated ship Sigli, which vanished while fleeing enemy attacks. Two decades later, Blair remains haunted by the mystery of that journey and sets out on a quest to uncover the truth behind the ship’s disappearance.
Readers will find a gripping exploration of naval warfare as Blair’s search leads him to a remote and untamed island. The story delves into themes of obsession and the impact of war, reflecting Reeman’s expertise in crafting tales of military history. This edition offers a vivid portrayal of the challenges faced during wartime, making it a significant addition to the genre of sea stories and historical fiction.
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Crammed with refugees, harried and bombed by enemy planes, the Sigli had struggled south in a desperate attempt to escape. Rupert Blair’s family had been among the passengers on that fateful journey in which the ship and all aboard had disappeared. Twenty years later, he still hasn’t forgotten—has never abandoned his obsession to discover exactly what happened. Now Rupert Blair embarks upon a journey of his own—one that will take him to a primitive, savage island in search of the truth.
This is a thrilling tale of naval warfare from Douglas Reeman, the all-time best-selling master of naval fiction, who served with the Royal Navy on convoy duty in the Atlantic, the Arctic, and the North Sea.
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