The Reverse of the Medal
The Reverse of the Medal by Patrick O’Brian, published by W. W. Norton on March 29, 2022, is a historical fiction novel that spans 272 pages. This edition follows Captain Jack Aubrey, who, after a successful sea voyage, finds himself vulnerable on land. His encounter with a kind stranger at a tavern leads him to make investments that entangle him in the London criminal underground and government espionage, complicating his life further.
Readers will discover a narrative rich in action and adventure as Aubrey navigates the challenges of his new circumstances. The story also features his friend Stephen Maturin, who is on a mission to rescue Aubrey while searching for his wife, Diana Villiers. This dark tale explores themes of humiliation and intrigue, set against the backdrop of O’Brian’s signature characterization and dialogue.
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Captain Jack Aubrey, accomplished at sea but dreadfully vulnerable on land, finds himself ashore after a successful cruise. With his prize money burning a hole in his pocket, he is persuaded by a kind stranger he meets at a tavern to make certain investments. This innocent decision ensnares him in the London criminal underground and in government espionage the province of his friend Stephen Maturin, now tasked with rescuing his imperiled friend as he also attempts to locate his wayward wife, Diana Villiers. Is Aubrey’s humiliation and the threatened ruin of his career a deliberate plot? This dark tale is a fitting backdrop to the brilliant characterization and sparkling dialogue which Patrick O’Brian’s readers have come to expect.
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