
By Force of Arms
The Revolution at Sea Series, Book 1
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Narrated by:
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John Lee
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By:
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James L. Nelson
As the War of Independence begins in earnest, American merchant seamen prepare to strike the first blows.
None strikes more deftly than Isaac Biddlecomb, captain of the Judea, whose smuggling activities are making a mockery of His Majesty’s Royal Navy. Pursued by HMS Rose, he sacrifices the ship he loved to the depths, together with the fortune he stood to gain, rather than surrender.
On the run from the enraged forces of King George, Biddlecomb disguises himself as a merchant seaman. He is reunited with Ezra Rumstick, a comrade and fierce rebel, as the revolution gathers momentum. On a brig bound for Jamaica and now serving as a lowly mate, Biddlecomb finds that fate tests his mettle as he is captured by the enemy and faces a life of servitude under the deranged captain and sadistic crew of the HMS Icarus.
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great yarn
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Great sea story at the birth of the Nation
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Good story, mediocre reading
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Solid Sea Tale
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narrated by captain kirk??
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Amazing!
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Nelson has added to my “sea story” collection. What wonderful characters and the way that the ships play their part in the story.
I did not believe that there would be another series that might even come close to A&M but this is a near run thing.
Well done sir well done!
“The bottle stands by you!!”
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I love that Biddlecomb is a Rhode Islander, and these books make me even hungrier to learn about my state. Biddlecomb's initial hesitancy about revolution seems realistic, and reminds me that almost 250 years ago there were a range of political opinions, not just black and white patriot vs. loyalist. Not unlike our time.
I wish this audiobook came with maps, and with illustrations of the ships. That's wish list though.
By Force of arms is a great audio purchase for me, as I know I will listen again.
My Favorite American Maritime Series and Favorite
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WOWWWW!
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OK story
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