The Baltic Gambit

Author : Dewey Lambdin
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2009-02-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781429936255

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The Baltic Gambit by Dewey Lambdin Pdf

January 1801, and Captain Alan Lewrie, RN, known as "St. Alan the Liberator" for freeing (stealing!) a dozen black slaves on Jamaica to man his frigate years before, is at last being brought to trial for it, with his life on the line. At the same time, Russia, Sweden, Denmark, and Prussia are forming a League of Armed Neutrality, to Napoleon Bonaparte's delight, to deny Great Britain their vital exports, even if it means war. England will need all her experienced sea dogs, but ... even Alan Lewrie? Ultimately Lewis is acquitted, but he's also ignored by the Navy, so it's half-pay on "civvy street" for him, and with idle time on his mischievous hands, Lewrie is sure to get himself in trouble---again!---especially if there are young women and his wastrel public school friends involved...and they are! A brawl in a Panton Saint brothel, a drunk, infatuated young Russian count, precede Lewrie's summons to Admiralty and the command of the Thermopylae frigate to replace an ill captain as the fleet gathers to face down the League of the North, and its instigator, the mad Tsar Paul. Lewrie must take the Thermopylae into the Baltic in the dead of winter, alone and with no support, to scout the enemy fleets and iced-in harbours, deal with a fellow officer who is less of a friend than he thought, and be saddled with a pair of Russian noblemen as a last-minute peace delegation, but if the wily Foreign Office spy-master, Zachariah Twigg, sent them, what else might their mission be? All that and the Battle of Copenhagen, too, and it's broadsides at close quarters, and treachery for Lewrie, forcing him to use all his wiles to survive!

Author : E.E. Knight
Publisher : Ace
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2015-04-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780451414472

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Baltic Gambit by E.E. Knight Pdf

."..David Valentine's loyal Lieutenant Alessa Duvalier disobeys his orders--and finds herself uncovering a betrayal..."--Amazon.com.

Author : E. E. Knight
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Human-alien encounters
ISBN : 132281936X

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Baltic Gambit by E. E. Knight Pdf

Author : Chris Ward
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Games
ISBN : 1857442180

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Unusual Queen's Gambit Declined by Chris Ward Pdf

This book covers three offbeat but nevertheless important defences to these ancient opening

Author : E.E. Knight
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 323 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2003-09-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781440625497

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Way of The Wolf by E.E. Knight Pdf

Louisiana, 2065. A lot has changed in the 43rd year of the Kurian Order. Possessed of an unnatural and legendary hunger, the bloodthirsty Reapers have come to Earth to establish a New Order built on the harvesting of enslaved human souls. They rule the planet. They thrive on the scent of fear. And if it is night, as sure as darkness, they will come. On this pitiless world, the indomitable spirit of mankind still breathes in Lieutenant David Valentine. Brought into the special forces of The Wolves—an elite guerilla force sworn to win back Earth—this is Valentine’s first command in the Kurian Zone. Driven by the losses of his past and the hope of a future, Valentine is in it to win. No matter how long it takes. No matter what doom of fate awaits him beyond his wildest nightmares. Fight. Kill. Survive. This is the way of The Wolves. “If The Red Badge of Courage had been written by H.P. Lovecraft.”—Paul Witcover, author of Waking Beauty

Author : Damian Lemos
Publisher : Everyman Chess
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2019-10-20
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781781942628

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Opening Repertoire: The Queen's Gambit by Damian Lemos Pdf

Grandmaster Damian Lemos presents a repertoire for White in the Queen’s Gambit, one of the most famous chess openings. The Queen’s Gambit enjoys a long and illustrious past. It has been played by virtually all the strongest grandmasters in the history of chess, and today it remains a popular choice for players of all levels. White’s opening moves in the Queen’s Gambit are built on sound strategic principles, and it can lead to positions rich in both tactical and positional play. It’s a perfect opening to use in order to develop your chess understanding. It’s a perfect opening to use in order to develop your chess understanding. There are many defences that Black can employ against the Queen’s Gambit and it’s easy to become confused by the countless options for both White and Black. Lemos tackles this problem by providing a concise, easy-to-learn and practical repertoire that is suitable for players of all levels. Using illustrative games, Lemos examines the typical tactics and strategies for both sides, and highlights the key move order issues. This book tells you everything you need to know about playing the Queen’s Gambit. * A complete repertoire with 1 d4 d5 2 c4 * Over 50 games with grandmaster analysis * Written by a Queen’s Gambit expert

Author : E.E. Knight
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2007-07-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781440639173

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Valentine's Resolve by E.E. Knight Pdf

After three years of exile from humanity’s war against the Kurians, David Valentine returns to battle. The Lifeweavers, Earth’s allies in the conflict, have mostly vanished, but those that remain are held captive by an overlord known as the Seattle Kurian. To free them, Valentine must convince the legendary resistance fighter known as the Marshal to join his cause. But the Marshal is something of an overlord himself…

Author : E.E. Knight
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2005-12-06
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101462256

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Valentine's Rising by E.E. Knight Pdf

Returning to the Ozark Territories, freedom fighter David Valentine is shocked to find it overrun by vampiric Kurians under the command of the merciless Consul Solon. In a desperate gambit, Valentine leads a courageous group of soldiers on a mission to drive a spike into the gears of the Kurian Order. Valentine stakes life, honor, and the future of his home in a rebellion that sparks the greatest battle of his life.

Author : Larry Bond
Publisher : Forge Books
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2018-05-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781466818958

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Arctic Gambit by Larry Bond Pdf

Jerry Mitchell returns in Arctic Gambit, an explosive military thriller by New York Times bestselling author Larry Bond Jerry Mitchell, now the commodore of submarine Development Squadron Five, is dismayed when USS Toledo is reported missing in Arctic waters, close to Russian territory. The vessel is captained by his former shipmate and close friend, Lenny Berg. Eager to investigate, Jerry convinces the Navy to redirect one of his squadron’s boats to find out what happened. It turns out Toledo was sunk just outside of Russian territorial waters by a torpedo launched from a naval mine. Even more disturbing is the discovery that Russia is building a deadly weapon. Engineers have modified the STATUS-6, a strategic nuclear-propelled, nuclear armed torpedo that is already operational, into a stealthy first strike weapon: Drakon. This new tool would allow the Russians to launch a completely covert nuclear decapitation strike on the USA. The new Russian president has plans for Europe, and is more than willing to use nuclear blackmail—or an actual attack—to keep the Americans from interfering. To avoid a Russian war in Europe, and a nuclear catastrophe at home, Mitchell must find a way to destroy the Drakon launcher before it’s too late. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Author : E.E. Knight
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2013-04-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101608920

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Appalachian Overthrow by E.E. Knight Pdf

National bestselling author E. E. Knight revisits the Vampire Earth to tell a tale about David Valentine’s fellow freedom fighter Ahn-Kha.... Captured and sold to the Kurian-allied Maynes Conglomerate to work as a slave in the coal mines of Appalachia, Ahn-Kha is angered and appalled by the dangerous working conditions and the brutal treatment inflicted upon his fellow miners. When a protest against shortages is deliberately and bloodily suppressed, Ahn-Kha sets himself against the ruling Maynes family and sets out on a trail of vengeance through the Coal Country. The people of the Coal Country now have a leader—a powerful and battle-hardened leader determined to forge them into an army that will wage guerrilla warfare against the Maynes family and their Kurian masters—and free the Appalachians from their tyranny....

Author : E.E. Knight
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2012-07-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780451464606

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Dragon Rule by E.E. Knight Pdf

Scattered across a continent and scarred by their harsh experiences on the path to adulthood, the three dragon siblings are among the last of a dying breed—the final hope for their species’ survival. Wistala, sister to the Copper who is now Emperor of the Upper World, has long thought humans the equal of dragons. She leads the Firemaids, fierce female fighting dragons who support the Hominids of Hypatia. Which puts her at odds with both her brothers, for the Copper has no use for the humans he now dominates and AuRon, the rare scaleless grey, would isolate himself and his family from both the world of men and the world of dragons. But as the Copper’s empire roils with war, greed and treachery, the time is fast approaching when Wistala will have to choose who to stand with—and fight for...

Author : Dewey Lambdin
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Page : 454 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1996-01-31
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781429994774

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The King's Commission by Dewey Lambdin Pdf

Dewey Lambdin has created one of the greatest characters in historical adventure fiction. Naval officer and rogue, Alan Lewrie is a man of his times and a hero for all times. His equals are Hornblower, Aubrey, and Maturin—sailors beloved by readers all over the world. In The King's Commission, Midshipman Alan Lewrie passes the examination for Lieutenancy and finds himself commissioned first officer of the brig o'war Shrike. There's time for some dalliance with the fair sex, and then Lieutenant Lewrie is off to patrol the North American coast and attempt to bring the Muskogees and Seminoles onto the British side against the American rebels. Then back to the Caribbean, to sail beside Captain Horatio Nelson in the Battle for Turks Island.

Author : Dewey Lambdin
Publisher : Canelo
Page : 497 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2018-11-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781788633284

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The King's Captain by Dewey Lambdin Pdf

Widespread mutiny threatens the fleet in this classic historical naval adventure. Alan Lewrie, our rakish captain, is promoted for his quick action in the Battle of Cape St. Vincent. Captain Horatio Nelson has gone against orders by breaking out to pursue his own instincts against an enemy division, and Lewrie gets sucked into the action against his much better judgment. But Nelson’s success gets him promoted to Rear Admiral and wins Lewrie a fine new frigate, HMS Proteus. But before he's even had a chance to settle into his new role, the terrible and widespread mutinies of Spithead and the Nore rage through the fleet. Together with the sudden reappearance of an old enemy, it has Lewrie fighting not just for his command, but for his life... The King’s Captain, ninth in The Alan Lewrie Naval Adventures, is perfect for fans of Philip McCutchan, Julian Stockwin and Patrick O’Brian. Praise for Dewey Lambdin ‘You could get addicted to this series. Easily’ New York Times Book Review 'The best naval series since C. S. Forester' Library Journal ‘Fast-moving... A hugely likeable hero, a huge cast of sharply drawn supporting characters: there's nothing missing. Wonderful stuff’ Kirkus Reviews

Author : James Floyd
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 205 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2013-12-10
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781491810514

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Galactic Warriors by James Floyd Pdf

Galactic Warriors "The Baltic Invasion" is the 3rd installment in this action packed science fiction series. In this release, our young warriors have done the unthinkable. After years of fighting and defending their home planet of Nebulan against the mighty Neptonian Empire, the Galactic Warriors have have finally brought peace to the Zartonian Galaxy. Hated rivals are now actually working together to rebuild the Hedera solar system from years of death and destruction Under the leadership of Queen Alexandria, Neptonia is now working to change it's reputation from a blood thirsty empire to people that will use its vast resources and technology to help the neighboring planets of the solar system. Working with Nebulan under their newly formed peace treaty, the two worlds are finding out that they share a great deal in common. After a year of peace in the Zartonian Galaxy, the warriors and the Neptonia are confronted with a new threat known as the Baltic Empire. Commanded by the evil and twisted Czar Xavier, this highly intelligent, robotic race of soldiers seek to take over the Zartonian Galaxy. Can the Warriors and the Neptonian Empire work together to defend their galaxy? Will their peace be preserved?

Author : E.E. Knight
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2008-07-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781440631528

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Fall With Honor by E.E. Knight Pdf

Freedom is on the march as the rebellion against the Kurian Occupation of E arth takes the offensive. David V alentine's company of former Quislings is ready to join forces with a guerrilla army, but nothing could prepare them for the end of their journey...