As always, Lambdin makes one smell the sea and the tar of the sailing ships. This was a rather non-bellicose tale where Lewrie's ship is tasked with guarding proof-of-concept trials for new weapons of war - "torpedos" which are nothing more than barrels full of powder with primitive timing devices. These are set loose on the tides with hopes that they will drift in among the French fleet.
Also in this narrative, Lewrie is knighted but unexpectedly made a baron by a befuddled King George III. Since "the king can do no wrong", the barony sticks. Lewrie also has a dalliance with an aristocratic lady (which may prove to be a more permanent relationship in future installments).
All in all, a well told tale - even if it was a bit humdrum.
Also in this narrative, Lewrie is knighted but unexpectedly made a baron by a befuddled King George III. Since "the king can do no wrong", the barony sticks. Lewrie also has a dalliance with an aristocratic lady (which may prove to be a more permanent relationship in future installments).
All in all, a well told tale - even if it was a bit humdrum.
