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The Fortune of War

Aubrey-Maturin Series, Book 6

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The Fortune of War

By: Patrick O'Brian
Narrated by: Ric Jerrom
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Captain Jack Aubrey, RN, arrives in the Dutch East Indies to find himself appointed to the command of the fastest and best-armed frigate in the Navy. He and his friend Stephen Maturin take passage for England in a despatch vessel. But the War of 1812 breaks out while they are en route. Bloody actions precipitate them both into new and unexpected scenes where Stephen's past activities as a secret agent return on him with a vengeance.

©1979 Patrick O'Brian (P)2014 Audible, Inc. Espionage Genre Fiction Historical Sea Adventures Spies & Politics Thriller & Suspense War & Military Fiction Adventure War Military
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Although there is a similarity in the Master and Commander books I still find each one interesting and satisfying.

More of the same, but grand

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I read this story many years ago as part of the series but had not recalled its power nor the pleasing style. it's much more than a way point in the story. it's a masterpiece in its own right.

A superb story, compellingly told

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Another ripping yarn with compelling performance by Ric Jerrom clearly a prodigious talent. Two genius combined for this book.

Another ripper

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story line as good as all previous, and as a sailor it really comes alive for me. the narration is truly excellent, lifting the prose into a vivid play.

terrific

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Action, adventure and a wonderful story. The best of the series. Places you right amongst the action.

Stop what you’re doing and listen

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great read every time. i have read the entire series, great read every time. i have read the entire ser

great read every time. i have read the entire ser

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Fantastic narration of an excellent book. I love the way Jerome does all the different voices.

A first class story

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I expected more from this book after watching Master,and,Commander. The narrator was boring,and,annoying. It could not hold my interest. It was very disappointing,and,in my opinion not worth the money.

Boring narrator

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