About this ebook
The Jackass Frigate
True Colours
The Fighting Sail Series gives an insight into the world of the seamen and naval officers who fought during the Revolutionary War, a chance to experience an exciting period of history, to view the men and the ships, and sample the extremes of life at sea. The novels are set during the Revolutionary wars but differ from the normal Hornblower/Aubrey sagas in that there is no “hero who becomes an admiral”, rather characters from all divisions of the ship are featured, some to prosper, while others fail; many will continue in future books.
About the author
Alaric Bond has had a varied career, writing for various periodicals, television, radio and the stage. He now focuses on historical nautical fiction with fourteen published novels, twelve of which are in his acclaimed Fighting Sail series.
Set during the Revolutionary and Napoleonic wars, these have no central hero but feature characters from all ranks and stations; an innovative approach that gives an exciting and realistic impression of life aboard a warship of the period.
Apart from writing, Alaric enjoys sailing, cycling and playing an assortment of musical instruments rather badly.
