The Devil to Pay : A John Pearce Adventure

Name: The Devil to Pay : A John Pearce Adventure
Brand: David Donachie
SKU: 9781493061785
Price: 14.62 GBP
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by David Donachie

Title:

Author:

David Donachie

Series (if any):

John Pearce

Format:

Paperback

Number of pages:

352 pages

Publisher:

Globe Pequot Publishing Group Inc

ISBN-13:

9781493061785

EAN:

9781493061785

Classifications:

Adventure

Weight (g):

478

Dimensions (mm):

128 x 197 x 24

Publication Country:

United Kingdom

Language:

English

Condition:

New

Price:£14.62

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Description

The eleventh volume in the popular John Pearce Adventures set on the high seas1794: Stuck in Palermo harbour, headstrong Lieutenant John Pearce and his trusty Pelicans must repair the battle-damaged HMS Larcher with only meagre funds. Once again, he finds himself protecting Emily Barclay, abandoned by the captain of her merchantman after he discovers her true identity. When Pearce sets sail for Naples, he discovers disloyalty among his crew, who are suspicious of Emily's presence and the troubles that seem to be coming their way.Sailing into danger, they encounter enemies armed with more speed and greater firepower. Lacking proper masts and a bowsprit, Pearce has no option but to run until forced to abandon and burn his ship trapped in an Italian bay. Pearce must face a court-martial for his actions. However, his troubles are only beginning. Admiral Hotham, now in command, seeks to neutralise Pearce, who poses a threat to him. Hotham contrives a deadly plan to send the unwitting Pelicans into mortal danger against a bloodthirsty and piratical Turk called Mehmet Pasha. Only luck and Pearce's fiery thirst for battle can save them.