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Craven's War
- A Call to Arms
- By: Nick S. Thomas
- Narrated by: Duncan Galloway
- Length: 6 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
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In the spring of 1809 the British Army, spearheaded by Sir Arthur Wellesley, pushes north to drive the French out of Portugal. Captain James Craven, a prize fighter and rogue recruited to teach the use of cold steel is along for the ride, seeking riches and wine. As quick with his mouth as he is with a blade, Craven is caught in a forbidden duel by Wellesley himself on the eve of battle. The outcome is not what he expected. Craven’s life is about to take a major turn and descend into a whirlwind adventure beyond his wildest imagination.
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For fans of clashing blades
- By Krista Gimeno on 01-30-21
- Craven's War
- A Call to Arms
- By: Nick S. Thomas
- Narrated by: Duncan Galloway
Falls Short
Reviewed: 08-10-21
Captain Craven, the protagonist, is somewhat of a cross between Flashman and Richard Sharpe. Unfortunately, this novel falls inadequately short of either one of the well-loved titles. Descriptions of the setting and the overall plot is mediocre, save for that of various sword fights. The dialogue between class-conscious British during the Regency Era sounds too modern or a poor attempt at what they may have sounded like. Worst of all the narrator makes the dialogue even more cringing. Had Patrick Tull been alive and lent his talent, it would have made even this sophomoric attempt mildly entertaining.
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