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Man of Conflict #6
A Soldier’s Farewell
A Soldier’s Farewell…
Septimus is sent to Canada in response to murderous raids across the border by uncontrolled American irregulars who are using the War of 1812 as an excuse for banditry. With the prospect of Bonaparte returning to France, he is called back and sent to the Low Countries to command Dutch-Belgic forces whose mission is to secure the coastal routes should the French seek to reconquer their lost territories. Books best read in series order.
About the ‘Man of Conflict Series'
Youngest son of a wealthy merchant, Septimus Pearce is a spoiled brat, wild and heedless. His recklessness promises to cost the family firm money and harm his father's hopes of social advancement. His father forces him to join the army in an attempt straighten him out. However, even the disciplines of army life fail to completely exorcise his nastier character traits. But his callousness and indifference to suffering sometimes proves to be advantageous in the heat of battle, and he slowly gains the respect of his men. Books best read in series order.
Published by The Electronic Book Company
Septimus is sent to Canada in response to murderous raids across the border by uncontrolled American irregulars who are using the War of 1812 as an excuse for banditry. With the prospect of Bonaparte returning to France, he is called back and sent to the Low Countries to command Dutch-Belgic forces whose mission is to secure the coastal routes should the French seek to reconquer their lost territories. Books best read in series order.
About the ‘Man of Conflict Series'
Youngest son of a wealthy merchant, Septimus Pearce is a spoiled brat, wild and heedless. His recklessness promises to cost the family firm money and harm his father's hopes of social advancement. His father forces him to join the army in an attempt straighten him out. However, even the disciplines of army life fail to completely exorcise his nastier character traits. But his callousness and indifference to suffering sometimes proves to be advantageous in the heat of battle, and he slowly gains the respect of his men. Books best read in series order.
Published by The Electronic Book Company
253 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 2, 2017
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November 21, 2020
None Better
Andrew Wareham writes the best historical British military fiction that I've found on Kindle. This series has been particularly entertaining, providing interesting detail about many of the battles of the era with humor and historical accuracy.
Andrew Wareham writes the best historical British military fiction that I've found on Kindle. This series has been particularly entertaining, providing interesting detail about many of the battles of the era with humor and historical accuracy.
November 28, 2022
Cracking series of wars during late 1700s and early 1800s
An outstanding collection of fast paced military exploits leading up to and including the Napoleonic wars. Andrew is a brilliant storyteller.
An outstanding collection of fast paced military exploits leading up to and including the Napoleonic wars. Andrew is a brilliant storyteller.
November 2, 2017
Andrew Wareham writes one of the best war stories around. Particularly like the series working around the Napoleonic/Industrial Age eras.
August 29, 2021
Great series
What an enjoyable series with the development of some interesting characters in Napoleonic times. I really want a 7th book to see how people develope. Thankyou
What an enjoyable series with the development of some interesting characters in Napoleonic times. I really want a 7th book to see how people develope. Thankyou
November 6, 2025
- This was an entertaining series.
December 19, 2025
History is exciting
As a history buff , I enjoy the weaving of history and characters into a action filled story. Don't stop bring back Sepp.
As a history buff , I enjoy the weaving of history and characters into a action filled story. Don't stop bring back Sepp.
July 27, 2020
A Fitting End To The Series (thus far)
The series has had plenty of action, and I like that. However, what I like most is the anachronistic introduction of modern leadership by the hero. Well ahead of his time, but I liked it. Like the old ‘Duffer’s Drift’ tutorial pamphlet that has taught tactical lessons to uncounted young Army cadets, this book teaches about identifying missions, prioritizing efforts, mission-type orders, and how to appropriately supervise without taking execution away from subordinates. And all of this within a good storyline that provides some tension and excitement. Also, provides political context for the action. The hero isn’t perfect, but you understand why. Worth the time.
The series has had plenty of action, and I like that. However, what I like most is the anachronistic introduction of modern leadership by the hero. Well ahead of his time, but I liked it. Like the old ‘Duffer’s Drift’ tutorial pamphlet that has taught tactical lessons to uncounted young Army cadets, this book teaches about identifying missions, prioritizing efforts, mission-type orders, and how to appropriately supervise without taking execution away from subordinates. And all of this within a good storyline that provides some tension and excitement. Also, provides political context for the action. The hero isn’t perfect, but you understand why. Worth the time.
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