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Donald Cameron Naval Thriller #1-7
Donald Cameron Naval Thrillers Books 1–7
In this 7-book box set:
BOOK 1: IN THE LINE OF FIRE
1941, the North Atlantic. Nineteen-year-old Donald Cameron is on board the destroyer, HMS Carmarthen. Just a few weeks into its voyage a devastating attack leaves the ship badly damaged. The depleted crew know they are being stalked by the enemy in the air and at sea. Cameron must prove his mettle when he spots a U-boat periscope sliding fast towards them. Can he show resolve and protect his men from attack?
BOOK 2: DANGEROUS WATERS
Cameron has been promoted to sub-lieutenant on board the Wharfedale. He is sent on a clandestine mission that could alter the course of the war. He and his crew must raid a German stronghold in Crete and capture a German official guarding vital military secrets. For their mission to succeed they must evade the growing Nazi threat on the island and escape the deadly Italian warships.
BOOK 3: UNDER ORDERS
Bored and restless in a desk job, Cameron is swiftly recruited to HMS Castle Bay for a secret mission. The Navy must safely transport a demolition team to seek out and destroy a Nazi site in Norway. His orders are clear — complete the mission at any cost. Even the crew is expendable. But Cameron is determined to complete the mission and keep his comrades safe.
BOOK 4: AN ACT OF WAR
Cameron’s ship Northumberland goes down after a gruelling battle with a German heavy cruiser. The only officers to survive are Cameron and his severely injured and delirious captain. Adrift in the Atlantic, he and his crew are taken hostage by a German battleship. Cameron must fight the German captors to ensure his men will be rescued — he just needs to make sure he can stay alive.
BOOK 5: STORM OF WAR
Cameron joins the destroyer Burnside, part of a vital convoy delivering supplies to Malta. A constant barrage of dive bombers forces them into the path of the E-boats’ menacing torpedo trails. To ensure the convoy’s safety and guarantee success Cameron must call on old-fashioned strategic warfare.
BOOK 6: COLD WAR
Cameron is bound for Russia with two VIPs aboard his ship — a British cabinet minister and a top Russian marshal. They must endure unremitting air raids and enemy attacks. A final shattering attack on the convoy leaves them all in deadly danger. Cameron’s experience alone will ensure his crew survive this perilous mission.
BOOK 7: SHIP OF FATE
Cameron has joined the Oleander in North Africa. Intelligence comes in of a German chemical depot on the North African shore and Cameron volunteers to capture the dump. But he is totally unprepared for the dangers ahead. The Germans are determined to release their chemicals. Success or failure depends on Cameron’s courage and cunning alone.
BOOK 1: IN THE LINE OF FIRE
1941, the North Atlantic. Nineteen-year-old Donald Cameron is on board the destroyer, HMS Carmarthen. Just a few weeks into its voyage a devastating attack leaves the ship badly damaged. The depleted crew know they are being stalked by the enemy in the air and at sea. Cameron must prove his mettle when he spots a U-boat periscope sliding fast towards them. Can he show resolve and protect his men from attack?
BOOK 2: DANGEROUS WATERS
Cameron has been promoted to sub-lieutenant on board the Wharfedale. He is sent on a clandestine mission that could alter the course of the war. He and his crew must raid a German stronghold in Crete and capture a German official guarding vital military secrets. For their mission to succeed they must evade the growing Nazi threat on the island and escape the deadly Italian warships.
BOOK 3: UNDER ORDERS
Bored and restless in a desk job, Cameron is swiftly recruited to HMS Castle Bay for a secret mission. The Navy must safely transport a demolition team to seek out and destroy a Nazi site in Norway. His orders are clear — complete the mission at any cost. Even the crew is expendable. But Cameron is determined to complete the mission and keep his comrades safe.
BOOK 4: AN ACT OF WAR
Cameron’s ship Northumberland goes down after a gruelling battle with a German heavy cruiser. The only officers to survive are Cameron and his severely injured and delirious captain. Adrift in the Atlantic, he and his crew are taken hostage by a German battleship. Cameron must fight the German captors to ensure his men will be rescued — he just needs to make sure he can stay alive.
BOOK 5: STORM OF WAR
Cameron joins the destroyer Burnside, part of a vital convoy delivering supplies to Malta. A constant barrage of dive bombers forces them into the path of the E-boats’ menacing torpedo trails. To ensure the convoy’s safety and guarantee success Cameron must call on old-fashioned strategic warfare.
BOOK 6: COLD WAR
Cameron is bound for Russia with two VIPs aboard his ship — a British cabinet minister and a top Russian marshal. They must endure unremitting air raids and enemy attacks. A final shattering attack on the convoy leaves them all in deadly danger. Cameron’s experience alone will ensure his crew survive this perilous mission.
BOOK 7: SHIP OF FATE
Cameron has joined the Oleander in North Africa. Intelligence comes in of a German chemical depot on the North African shore and Cameron volunteers to capture the dump. But he is totally unprepared for the dangers ahead. The Germans are determined to release their chemicals. Success or failure depends on Cameron’s courage and cunning alone.
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Published February 13, 2024
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About the author
Philip McCutchan
184 books36 followersaka Robert Conington Galway, Duncan MacNeil
Philip McCutchan (1920-1996) grew up in the naval atmosphere of Portsmouth Dockyard and developed a lifetime's interest in the sea. Military history was an early interest resulting in several fiction books, from amongst his large output, about the British Army and its campaigns, especially in the last 150 years.
Philip McCutchan (1920-1996) grew up in the naval atmosphere of Portsmouth Dockyard and developed a lifetime's interest in the sea. Military history was an early interest resulting in several fiction books, from amongst his large output, about the British Army and its campaigns, especially in the last 150 years.
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October 21, 2024
I was disappointed in this series of novels, although I toughed it out and read all seven (it was cheap through Book Bub). I was really looking forward to a great series, similar to those I've read of other authors writing of this period (such as Jackson's Yeoman series). The first book began well, and the writing spoke to an understanding and familiarity with naval warfare in the Second World War, RN style. But the conditions became impossible and a bit silly, and this was my first brush with "silliness" in just about every other of these books. There were some very realistic, interesting and exciting passages yet parts that just didn't fit and were incredible. But our man Cameron shone through and even earned a DSC, not that it did him much good. His girlfriend, Mary, a Wren, appeared in the first book yet disappeared by Book 4 (might even have been Book 3), and a thread that was at least believable and human disappeared too. Anyway, just some preposterous plots which diminished the quality of thee seven stories noticeably. I cannot recommend them.
March 14, 2024
A WW2 Bolitho
Being a retired Naval rating, I enjoyed the reality of the lower deck banter and the accuracy to detail. Maritime adventures, especially those relating to the Royal Navy are my favourite genre. So yes I did like this saga but did find it rather repetitive a bit too much. Also felt that our young hero Donald Cameron would have received a bit more silver than just a DSC for the successful deeds achieved. Maybe I am being an old fossil. Thank you Philip McCutchan for entertaining me.
Being a retired Naval rating, I enjoyed the reality of the lower deck banter and the accuracy to detail. Maritime adventures, especially those relating to the Royal Navy are my favourite genre. So yes I did like this saga but did find it rather repetitive a bit too much. Also felt that our young hero Donald Cameron would have received a bit more silver than just a DSC for the successful deeds achieved. Maybe I am being an old fossil. Thank you Philip McCutchan for entertaining me.
May 6, 2024
Good value entertainment
Excellent value set and well told stories.
The author is obviously very knowledgeable on the subject which is great as far as storytelling but it caused me a few problems because there was lots of naval terminology that I didn't understand and unfortunately when I highlighted those instances most were not in the dictionary.
However it didn't ruin the stories themselves. They are very good, albeit with lots of upsetting moments that make you ponder the futility of war.
Excellent value set and well told stories.
The author is obviously very knowledgeable on the subject which is great as far as storytelling but it caused me a few problems because there was lots of naval terminology that I didn't understand and unfortunately when I highlighted those instances most were not in the dictionary.
However it didn't ruin the stories themselves. They are very good, albeit with lots of upsetting moments that make you ponder the futility of war.
May 2, 2024
Lots of ww2 salt water British Navy action rapidly delivered
I would recommend this series of novels to any one into naval battles. The hero is just a regular guy gaining rank thru experience . There
Is little personal backstory or romance threads of the plot. Alot of battle action and study of individual foubles of individual characteristics and mannerisms in supporting characters. James Eavey 05/02/2024
I would recommend this series of novels to any one into naval battles. The hero is just a regular guy gaining rank thru experience . There
Is little personal backstory or romance threads of the plot. Alot of battle action and study of individual foubles of individual characteristics and mannerisms in supporting characters. James Eavey 05/02/2024
April 18, 2025
Good books
I enjoyed these books. I’m former US Navy so was able to catch much of the naval jargon used. Overall I really enjoyed these books, plenty of action, although somewhat predictable by book 5 : every ship Lt Cameron was on was severely damaged or sunk, every commanding officer he served under was with severely injured or killed. Lol Took me about 3 weeks off part time reading to get through all 7 books.
I enjoyed these books. I’m former US Navy so was able to catch much of the naval jargon used. Overall I really enjoyed these books, plenty of action, although somewhat predictable by book 5 : every ship Lt Cameron was on was severely damaged or sunk, every commanding officer he served under was with severely injured or killed. Lol Took me about 3 weeks off part time reading to get through all 7 books.
August 2, 2025
Just finished the first seven “Cameron” books. Good reading and ‘enjoyed’ them, which is not a proper description of the suffering portrayed by the author for what was going on then. The writer is rough on survivability of members of the crew! Don’t get too attached to anyone but Cameron!! Realistic stories regarding how hard things were for the British Navy in WW2. Just starting the second seven book package. Great writer!!!
May 18, 2024
Good action, perhaps too much extraordinary action
These stories are filled with good WWII naval action but sometimes stretching the believability of some scenarios. I do believe that if I saw Donald Cameron boarding my vessel I would likely dive off the ship! Surviving a cruise is doubtful.
These stories are filled with good WWII naval action but sometimes stretching the believability of some scenarios. I do believe that if I saw Donald Cameron boarding my vessel I would likely dive off the ship! Surviving a cruise is doubtful.
April 6, 2024
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I have read this series before in a piece mill fashion. I enjoyed reading the books in order. The author did.a.good job of establishing the characters in each book. Would recommend this series to anyone who enjoys stories set in this era.
I have read this series before in a piece mill fashion. I enjoyed reading the books in order. The author did.a.good job of establishing the characters in each book. Would recommend this series to anyone who enjoys stories set in this era.
June 6, 2024
Naval Thrillers
dBooks 1-7 were exciting stories about a young sailor and then donated to an officer during ww2 The stories happened in different parts of battle areas I hope you enjoy these British adventure
dBooks 1-7 were exciting stories about a young sailor and then donated to an officer during ww2 The stories happened in different parts of battle areas I hope you enjoy these British adventure
July 19, 2024
Good detail, plot moved at pace but became confused by too many additional units.
Parts became difficult to follow.operationally accurate with comms being knocked out and lack of comms with shore parties. Overall quite exciting this the star rating.
Parts became difficult to follow.operationally accurate with comms being knocked out and lack of comms with shore parties. Overall quite exciting this the star rating.
September 7, 2024
Action galore!
This compilation shows all the horrors and loss of life that convoys experienced between the USA, Russia and the UK during WW2. Stories of the heroism of the Royal and Merchant navies abound. Great value for money!
This compilation shows all the horrors and loss of life that convoys experienced between the USA, Russia and the UK during WW2. Stories of the heroism of the Royal and Merchant navies abound. Great value for money!
November 18, 2024
RN Adventures on a grand scale
The author really knows his stuff. There's great detail on every page that sets the stage for the action to come. And the action keeps on coming! Well done.
The author really knows his stuff. There's great detail on every page that sets the stage for the action to come. And the action keeps on coming! Well done.
February 28, 2024
Cameron
Good read but surprised this young man only
had one gallantry medal after all he has done in the first 7 books, if it was real life he would have a chest full
Good read but surprised this young man only
had one gallantry medal after all he has done in the first 7 books, if it was real life he would have a chest full
March 12, 2024
This has to be the best set of ww2 books ever now on book 8
April 5, 2024
Tollable British naval stories
Engaging stories that read easily. When they end they end quickly.I
Mr Cameron is a right hero along with his mates.
Engaging stories that read easily. When they end they end quickly.I
Mr Cameron is a right hero along with his mates.
April 22, 2024
most enjoyable books with lots of action and good reading
April 24, 2024
Enjoyed the entire series. Would recommend it to
someone I knew.
someone I knew.
May 14, 2024
Written in English English
Hard to understand at times but still a good read. Also the series was somewhat predictable. To many different ships but verify of locations was good.
Hard to understand at times but still a good read. Also the series was somewhat predictable. To many different ships but verify of locations was good.
May 24, 2024
Donald Cameron Series Great
The Donald Cameron series is a wonderful adventure aboard small ships of the British Navy. Read the whole series and have fun.
The Donald Cameron series is a wonderful adventure aboard small ships of the British Navy. Read the whole series and have fun.
June 19, 2024
excellent WWII British naval series
Well written and the plots moved right along!! One man’s rise thru the ranks during various adventures!! You will enjoy this series
Well written and the plots moved right along!! One man’s rise thru the ranks during various adventures!! You will enjoy this series
August 2, 2024
GreAt
Reminder me of the books is read as a youngster will def. Read more by this author is look forward to more adventers
Reminder me of the books is read as a youngster will def. Read more by this author is look forward to more adventers
September 8, 2024
Donald Cameron
A cracking series 1-7 of books, p?ease to have found more,
I feel I've served with him!
A good read.
A cracking series 1-7 of books, p?ease to have found more,
I feel I've served with him!
A good read.
February 11, 2025
Engaging read.
Plenty of action and keeps the reader interested. Gives a good feel for life on a British tin can during WWII.
Plenty of action and keeps the reader interested. Gives a good feel for life on a British tin can during WWII.
May 7, 2025
a good yarn
Pacy plot and an enjoyable read. Good knowledge of the Royal Navy and its workings. Occasionally far-fetched but who cares.
Pacy plot and an enjoyable read. Good knowledge of the Royal Navy and its workings. Occasionally far-fetched but who cares.
June 4, 2025
Wartime British Navy at its Best
At times enthralling , tales of WW2 naval action and life abroad His Majasty's ships. A good read for action and "look see" of life at sea.
At times enthralling , tales of WW2 naval action and life abroad His Majasty's ships. A good read for action and "look see" of life at sea.
December 19, 2025
Thoroughly enjoyed these books amd now purchased the next series from Book 8 onwards.
May 18, 2024
A fair read
Enjoyable book if a little long winded at times.
Very descriptive re shipboard life during the period. Well worth a read.
Enjoyable book if a little long winded at times.
Very descriptive re shipboard life during the period. Well worth a read.
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