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Donald Cameron Naval Thriller #5
Cameron in the Gap
Lieutenant Donald Cameron pits himself against both the Atlantic and the Germans in his endeavors to protect one of the most important convoys of World War II
224 pages, Paperback
First published February 1, 1982
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Philip McCutchan
182 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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December 25, 2022
Another great read
I have thoroughly enjoyed reading this series of books so far.
This one has one glaringly wrong historical fact, which if unsure writer should of either omitted or looked up, the aircraft Faith, Hope and Charity were not Fairey Swordfish, but Gloucester Gladiators. Such a well known fact, was badly researched
I have thoroughly enjoyed reading this series of books so far.
This one has one glaringly wrong historical fact, which if unsure writer should of either omitted or looked up, the aircraft Faith, Hope and Charity were not Fairey Swordfish, but Gloucester Gladiators. Such a well known fact, was badly researched
April 16, 2020
A difficult and trying mission
A difficult and trying mission, the book as well as the plot. It is a testament to the story writing that I could maintain sufficient interest to finish this book. It is an interesting plot but for an American reader it is a tough sloth. The dialog is very difficult to follow with slang and unfamiliar terminology.
A difficult and trying mission, the book as well as the plot. It is a testament to the story writing that I could maintain sufficient interest to finish this book. It is an interesting plot but for an American reader it is a tough sloth. The dialog is very difficult to follow with slang and unfamiliar terminology.
September 30, 2021
Fifth In Series
As good as the first four, I enjoy the Donald Cameron series. Ex Navy I understand the terminology, ‘Jackspeak’ and know my Naval History. A good series so far but these books will appeal to all, either as part of the series or as a stand alone story.
Give them a try - you won’t be disappointed.
As good as the first four, I enjoy the Donald Cameron series. Ex Navy I understand the terminology, ‘Jackspeak’ and know my Naval History. A good series so far but these books will appeal to all, either as part of the series or as a stand alone story.
Give them a try - you won’t be disappointed.
February 9, 2024
Excellent tale of naval warfare and human resilience
A thoroughly enjoyable tale of the war at sea. Plenty of action and some really moving stories mo of the men of the Royal and Merchant Navy, who lived and died in an effort to keep the sea lanes open. Definitely worth 5 big stars.
A thoroughly enjoyable tale of the war at sea. Plenty of action and some really moving stories mo of the men of the Royal and Merchant Navy, who lived and died in an effort to keep the sea lanes open. Definitely worth 5 big stars.
July 11, 2020
Best of 5!
Having done some binge reading, this Storm of War is the most polished yet and has a feel of authenticity about it. Nice play of the antagonists who make up in the end, boys own adventures en route and Cameron pulls it off once again. Enjoyable breakfast reading.
Having done some binge reading, this Storm of War is the most polished yet and has a feel of authenticity about it. Nice play of the antagonists who make up in the end, boys own adventures en route and Cameron pulls it off once again. Enjoyable breakfast reading.
July 18, 2020
They keep going on and on.
Another great read. The story just keeps going with another exciting adventure for Donald Cameron. This one shows how he is developing into a top rate officer.
Another great read. The story just keeps going with another exciting adventure for Donald Cameron. This one shows how he is developing into a top rate officer.
November 21, 2024
A reasonably interesting story, but by the end, the ‘disaster porn’ was getting a bit tedious. It would have been simpler at the start of the book to just say nearly every ship is sunk and almost everybody dies.
January 8, 2026
If you ever find yourself on a ship with David Cameron, get off. As I go through this series, I really should have kept score of the percentage of each crew that he is assigned to in order to see if the survival rate ever crosses fifty percent. In any case, they make a fun read.
January 24, 2020
Great Book
I found this book riveting and very informative. It showed the bravery of the crews on the Malta convoys, and all convoys.
I found this book riveting and very informative. It showed the bravery of the crews on the Malta convoys, and all convoys.
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January 28, 2020Excellent book very exciting
Excellent book very exciting a real nail biter looking forward to the next one nothing more to say just noe
Excellent book very exciting a real nail biter looking forward to the next one nothing more to say just noe
July 1, 2020
Good book
Another exciting naval adventure, hopefully there will be follow on stories following the naval careers of the main characters in this book
Another exciting naval adventure, hopefully there will be follow on stories following the naval careers of the main characters in this book
July 12, 2020
A REAL THRILLER
Over the years I have forgotten just how bloody and terrible the Second World War really was. This story gave me a vivid reminder of how it was for those at sea.
Over the years I have forgotten just how bloody and terrible the Second World War really was. This story gave me a vivid reminder of how it was for those at sea.
September 22, 2021
Top read.
This is a superb story of life and death on a warship on convoy duty in the Mediterranean sea, lots of action and good human storyline make this book a winner.
This is a superb story of life and death on a warship on convoy duty in the Mediterranean sea, lots of action and good human storyline make this book a winner.
April 29, 2022
Sea battles
A most authentic sounding storyline and dialog. I appreciated the growth of the different characters as things came about. Thanks.
A most authentic sounding storyline and dialog. I appreciated the growth of the different characters as things came about. Thanks.
December 7, 2024
Enjoyable light read.
February 8, 2025
Nuckel heads
November 22, 2016
Not McCutchen's best.
Not Mr. MeTuchen's best book by far, but still a different kind of story from what he usually writes. I've never heard of a torpedo getting stuck in a rudder, and so this book was of a different tone.
Not Mr. MeTuchen's best book by far, but still a different kind of story from what he usually writes. I've never heard of a torpedo getting stuck in a rudder, and so this book was of a different tone.
June 24, 2008
THIS BOOK ROCKS. I have no idea about the Royal Navy slang, but the action is AMAZING.
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