Redcoat's Rifle

by Griff Hosker

The British Army at the end of the nineteenth century was not a fair place. Despite the reforms, a bad officer could still ruin men’s lives and Jack Roberts discovers that despite being a hero of Rorke’s Drift, that means nothing when a superior has influence. He becomes a soldier serving in the Egyptian campaign where he learns not only new skills but how to deal with the new responsibility fatherhood brings.
Throughout it all one thing is constant, he is a soldier of the queen, a redcoat with a rifle.

Genres: Historical Fiction

232 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2023

About the author

I was born in 1950 in Lancashire and attended a boy’s grammar school. After qualifying as an English and Drama teacher in 1972, I worked in the North East of England for the next 35 years. During that time I did write, mainly plays, pantos and musicals for the students at the three schools in which I worked.

When I stopped teaching I set up my own consultancy firm and worked as an adviser in schools and colleges in the North East of England. The new Conservative Government ended that avenue of work and in 2010 I found that I had time on my hands; having started work at the age of 15 I found the lack of work not to my liking and used the time to research the Roman invasion of Britain and begin to create a novel. The result was The Sword of Cartimandua.

My decision to begin writing was one of the best I have ever taken.

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Reviews

[Studebhawk · Rating 5 out of 5]

In a region still plagued by conflict, The Redcoats Rifle shares the story of an ordinary soldier during the Sudanese conflict. The book beautifully portrays the bravery of the British soldiers who fought against the devoted soldiers of the Mahdi in oppressive conditions in the desert.
This is the second installment of the series, following the journey of a British soldier who rises through the ranks to become Sergeant Major. His bravery and skill capture our attention and add to the enjoyment of this brilliant series by Griff Hosker. I have read all three installments and eagerly await another addition to this excellent series by the author.

[Steve Minnick · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of Griff's Best Ever!!!!

I read the 1st book in this series and avidly waited for the 2nd book. I now can't wait for the next book!!

Griff, please keep this series going!!

You are a Superb Writer and I have read all your books to date!

Please hurry to get the 3rd book in series published!

FRIENDS, GRIFF HOSKER IS A WRITER YOU WANT TO FOLLOW!

HE HAS NEVER LET ME DOWN AND ALWAYS LIFTS ME TO HEIGHTS OF JOY!!

[John Olson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very well written and researched first books of the series on the late 19th century British army fighting in Africa. Hosker has done his usual great job of character development and historical fiction. His writing skill is always evident as I didn't find any mistakes in the story, spelling, or grammar. This book and all his others are well worth your time to read and enjoy.

[Richard Hamilton · Rating 5 out of 5]

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Typical Griff. You get to know all the characters really well and can pull for them when the bullets start to fly. Battles are so well done that I could almost smell the smoke and hear the ricochets.

[Terry Simpson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another fact supported novel by Hosker that doesn't dwell on the events in Khartoum just as in Rorkes Drift. Well told, descriptive of the conditions and life of a soldier in an often helpless situation.

[John Slatton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another five stars

Griff Hosker once again has told a wonderful story. From multiple acts of heroism to loss, good leadership and bad leadership this story tells a great tail of a soldier’s life.

[Steve Flynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

A ROLLICKING ADVENTURE YOU WONT PUT DOWN

As always the author, a master storyteller, has delivered a great adventure sure to please the old and the young. I am an old Marine and have been reading Griff Hoskers adventures for years!!! I never tire of them

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant, I bought the first four books of this series last week. I am nearly finished book three now. I love the story line, the detail. I feel as if I was there. I was in the Army and it makes me feel like I was back there even though there was 100 years gap between my service and Jacks. I highly recommend.

[neillcowans · Rating 5 out of 5]

once again

What can I say griff? Once again a cracking read as always
Love your books can’t wait till next ones!

[Jeff McNeill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good continuation of the first book.

[Clint Lynch · Rating 3 out of 5]

mediocre book compared to others by Griff

A little slow at times…I enjoy getting more insight to the main characters personal life and it seems wives always die in Griff’s stories

[virgil · Rating 4 out of 5]

Entertaining Series Continues

Excellent character development is the essence of this series. That with an exciting storyline and plenty of action makes for an entertaining read.

[Frank Lind · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a powerful dit

Both book took me on one hell.of a journey ,i.only wish there was more to the series. I can only live in hope

[David Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really good.

As good as the first book, it has been a pleasure to read such a wonderful book of Victorian soldering by a superb story teller.

[Mr Mark F Burgess · Rating 5 out of 5]

another great read

Yet again, another brilliant book from Griff.
He has the skill to make you feel you are there in amongst the action

[sharon anne walford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another good read

I really enjoy this author's work, read quite a bit of his work, yes it's boyhood hero stuff but I enjoy it!! Keep up the good work!

[william armstrong · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story

Better than the first book,exciting from the start of the first page until the last. Can't wait to start the next book.