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The War To End All Wars #2
The Winter War
November 1914, and the three surviving midshipmen enter the next phase of the war. Richard Baker is now a public figure as a VC and is active in the early days of the trenches, raiding and straightening the lines in minor actions. His battalion comes to the battle of Neuve Chapelle with a reputation for aggression and success, before meeting up with massed machine guns and uncut wire.
Simon Sturton continues to make a name as a successful young officer in the destroyers of the Harwich Patrol, taking part in the actions that were so frequent on the Belgian coast.
Christopher Adams enjoys success at the Falkland Islands, but then finds his glittering career faced with disaster from an unexpected cause.
Simon Sturton continues to make a name as a successful young officer in the destroyers of the Harwich Patrol, taking part in the actions that were so frequent on the Belgian coast.
Christopher Adams enjoys success at the Falkland Islands, but then finds his glittering career faced with disaster from an unexpected cause.
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260 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 3, 2020
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September 10, 2020
Quite detailed
It follows several individuals in both naval and army throughout a series of adventure and action in the early part of World War 1.
It follows several individuals in both naval and army throughout a series of adventure and action in the early part of World War 1.
October 25, 2021
INCREDIBLE DRTAIL, WELL WRITTEN, A BOOK WORTH YOUR TIME
This read, as the title suggests, reflects the vagaries of war. Well written this tome reflects the overall tone of the British leadership in the first half of the war. Despite trying to fight a war on the last wars strategies the men on the line adapt, improvise, innovate while suffering the demands and sacrifices
of a new style of war; trench warfare. So well written that one can almost feel the cold, the thick mud, & almost smell cordite. The Navy is not to be left out as the officers & men try to make use with aged and unsuitable ships. The preconceived notion that because they are British. Their eyes are fully opened when the enemy demonstrates they are better trained & better equipped for battles on the high seas.
This read, as the title suggests, reflects the vagaries of war. Well written this tome reflects the overall tone of the British leadership in the first half of the war. Despite trying to fight a war on the last wars strategies the men on the line adapt, improvise, innovate while suffering the demands and sacrifices
of a new style of war; trench warfare. So well written that one can almost feel the cold, the thick mud, & almost smell cordite. The Navy is not to be left out as the officers & men try to make use with aged and unsuitable ships. The preconceived notion that because they are British. Their eyes are fully opened when the enemy demonstrates they are better trained & better equipped for battles on the high seas.
August 17, 2020
One of his best
A very well developed story offering dimensions of combat from both ground and naval warfare perspective. Excellent characterization the principal characters. I found the treatment of an arrogant "by the book" officer as both humorous and instructive of how to manage the political aspects of getting the right things done. Per usual, description off the armaments used was of interest and gaining an understanding of the competitive advantage each adversary had in battle
A very well developed story offering dimensions of combat from both ground and naval warfare perspective. Excellent characterization the principal characters. I found the treatment of an arrogant "by the book" officer as both humorous and instructive of how to manage the political aspects of getting the right things done. Per usual, description off the armaments used was of interest and gaining an understanding of the competitive advantage each adversary had in battle
September 5, 2020
Another excellent story following the wartime life of three different characters who are serving in different theatres of WWI. The book gives a picture of the way of life, social strata and conventions of the army and navy. The lack of understanding by senior staff in both the services, and adherence to following regulations at whatever cost to those in the front line.
I am greatly looking forward to the next book in the series.
I am greatly looking forward to the next book in the series.
October 16, 2020
Another "can't put down" read
Andrew Wareham continues this epic series which entertains as well as educates. His meticulous research is quite apparent in his accurate description of actual evens as well as his well crafted place of setting or setting of place. Whichever. The characters are well developed and the reader is brought into the story with an investment in them. I, naturally, will not only finish the series, but will look forward to reading more of his works.
Andrew Wareham continues this epic series which entertains as well as educates. His meticulous research is quite apparent in his accurate description of actual evens as well as his well crafted place of setting or setting of place. Whichever. The characters are well developed and the reader is brought into the story with an investment in them. I, naturally, will not only finish the series, but will look forward to reading more of his works.
November 27, 2021
Another great read- second of five in the series and I hope the rest are as good. Almost a can't put it down book; I just started the third. Initially I expected it to be a naval action series but it turns out to be a pretty good mixture of Royal Navy and British Army, probably a 60/40 split. Some witty dialogue and Wareham captures the lifestyle and attitudes of the officer class of the period, plus skewers the pompous and hidebound and writes technical details very well. I highly recommend.
July 29, 2022
A Realistic Series
I have kept my review until this book to see if it continued to be as well written as the first. It has lived up to expectations. We started with four main characters who had various strengths and weaknesses, we are now down to three.
The characters are real and likable with twists to the plot unexpected, realistic and interesting. I look forward to reading the rest of the series with as much anticipation as I began the series.
I have kept my review until this book to see if it continued to be as well written as the first. It has lived up to expectations. We started with four main characters who had various strengths and weaknesses, we are now down to three.
The characters are real and likable with twists to the plot unexpected, realistic and interesting. I look forward to reading the rest of the series with as much anticipation as I began the series.
September 8, 2020
A good second book on the Great War
This was a quick read, not because it is short, but I could not put it down.
Further development for the three primary sea officers, one now a army major taking the reader into 1915.
Twists and turns, advance and retreat all pretty exciting as the Great War evolves.
Highly recommend the series, waiting anxiously for the next installment.
This was a quick read, not because it is short, but I could not put it down.
Further development for the three primary sea officers, one now a army major taking the reader into 1915.
Twists and turns, advance and retreat all pretty exciting as the Great War evolves.
Highly recommend the series, waiting anxiously for the next installment.
September 14, 2020
Fascinating fictional ww1 career accounts.
Five stars awarded because each of the three very different careers were totally believable, impeccably described and immensely readable. The conditions in which the three men served are outlined with relevant detail without graphic description. A page turning read suitable for anyone interested in WW1.
Five stars awarded because each of the three very different careers were totally believable, impeccably described and immensely readable. The conditions in which the three men served are outlined with relevant detail without graphic description. A page turning read suitable for anyone interested in WW1.
September 30, 2020
Good interpretation, likeable characters
Continuing saga of four (three now) young gentlemen at the start of World War One. Good interaction, nicely formed characters and well written, my only minor complaint is the author jumps storylines to a different character without a heading, or chapter break. Looking forward to book three.
Continuing saga of four (three now) young gentlemen at the start of World War One. Good interaction, nicely formed characters and well written, my only minor complaint is the author jumps storylines to a different character without a heading, or chapter break. Looking forward to book three.
November 16, 2020
Superior military author!
Wareham has captured the essence of military life very well. As a retired Major with 6 years Regular Army and 16 Reserve, he captures the differences quite well between those groups. I really enjoy how he develops the characters and addicts one to continue reading so as to follow their development and survival, or not. Highly recommended!
Wareham has captured the essence of military life very well. As a retired Major with 6 years Regular Army and 16 Reserve, he captures the differences quite well between those groups. I really enjoy how he develops the characters and addicts one to continue reading so as to follow their development and survival, or not. Highly recommended!
December 3, 2020
A great read woven around the battles of the Great War.
One of my grandfather's was on murderers and the other was a boy sailor telegraphed who served in the battle Jutland and I have his diary. He then was on A ship's in the second world war, survive a sinking, got two weeks survival leave and was 're posted.
Andrew Wareham open a window into their lives for me to look through.
One of my grandfather's was on murderers and the other was a boy sailor telegraphed who served in the battle Jutland and I have his diary. He then was on A ship's in the second world war, survive a sinking, got two weeks survival leave and was 're posted.
Andrew Wareham open a window into their lives for me to look through.
December 14, 2021
I stumbled upon this WW1 historic novel series and find it refreshingly and probably accurately, "unwoke." Each book is short -- less than 300 pages, but I'm addicted. The series follows 2 sailors and one soldier who went to school and were midshipmen together. One bone to pick: How did the soldier become so competent?
August 31, 2020
When will the next in the series be available?
You left me hanging you can't believe a story like that and not finish it that's just not done I sure hope there's going to be more does a story
You left me hanging you can't believe a story like that and not finish it that's just not done I sure hope there's going to be more does a story
September 4, 2020
VERY ENJOYABLE
Great read really looking forward to the next book. Liked the characters and the depth of research. Author has a great feel for the subject and informs as well as entertaining.
Great read really looking forward to the next book. Liked the characters and the depth of research. Author has a great feel for the subject and informs as well as entertaining.
September 13, 2020
An intuitive WW1 narrative.
It is truly refreshing to find a narrative that is not a romanticized version of the war to end all wars. If you are looking for a happy ending then this book is not for you.
It is truly refreshing to find a narrative that is not a romanticized version of the war to end all wars. If you are looking for a happy ending then this book is not for you.
September 15, 2020
Wonderful WWI book
Following the main characters on the land and on the sea you almost feel a brotherhood of them I much enjoyed both book one and book two and I am looking forward to book three
Following the main characters on the land and on the sea you almost feel a brotherhood of them I much enjoyed both book one and book two and I am looking forward to book three
September 24, 2020
Outstanding read
I was captivated from the beginning to the end of the book. Character development was great and continue though the both book. Would highly recommend these two books as must reads
I was captivated from the beginning to the end of the book. Character development was great and continue though the both book. Would highly recommend these two books as must reads
October 2, 2020
The Winter War 2
Well written with a story line that kept me engrossed. A bit too wordy "I say old man" for me but we!! developed characters and an understanding of the ethos of the era.
Well worth reading.
Well written with a story line that kept me engrossed. A bit too wordy "I say old man" for me but we!! developed characters and an understanding of the ethos of the era.
Well worth reading.
February 25, 2024
Good stuff
I truly enjoy reading this author. The books are reminiscent of the Kent Family Chronicles I read in the1970s? Wonderful character development makes you wanting more. An interesting story and many more books to read.
Thanks for writing this
I truly enjoy reading this author. The books are reminiscent of the Kent Family Chronicles I read in the1970s? Wonderful character development makes you wanting more. An interesting story and many more books to read.
Thanks for writing this
August 13, 2020
fantastic book as was the first book cannot wait to read book 3 - Andrew is an awesome writer
have read most of his works
have read most of his works
August 25, 2020
Get this book and also the first book
This book is going to show you the military politics in peace time and war. You need to get the first book and read it.
This book is going to show you the military politics in peace time and war. You need to get the first book and read it.
August 27, 2020
Riviting
The switching between different men was sometimes confusing. That made me Pay more attention which increased the story. Well enjoined
The switching between different men was sometimes confusing. That made me Pay more attention which increased the story. Well enjoined
August 30, 2020
Enjoyable read
Once again a good accurate historical novel from Andrew Wareham!
Getting hooked on his books. Can't wait for next in series.
Once again a good accurate historical novel from Andrew Wareham!
Getting hooked on his books. Can't wait for next in series.
September 6, 2020
Keep reading
This is number two, you have to keep going and I will. Good over view of World War 1 covering the world.
This is number two, you have to keep going and I will. Good over view of World War 1 covering the world.
September 9, 2020
Very, very good!
The author surprises me again and again with his different books. I can only wait in anticipation to the follow up!
The author surprises me again and again with his different books. I can only wait in anticipation to the follow up!
September 15, 2020
Very good again
Very good read ,enjoyed it no end looking forward to reading the next book to see how the three get on
Very good read ,enjoyed it no end looking forward to reading the next book to see how the three get on
September 16, 2020
Excellent Read!
Clear headed writing that lays out the stories and shows the intricate details of how it was. I look forward to future stories.
Clear headed writing that lays out the stories and shows the intricate details of how it was. I look forward to future stories.
October 8, 2020
War to end all wars, good luck.
Fun to read , but sad to read. All the fibers its a wonder how we won. USA made it possible
Fun to read , but sad to read. All the fibers its a wonder how we won. USA made it possible
October 27, 2020
Well worth a read
Well written storyline,highlighting the initial failings and unprepared nature of our forces in the Great War. The difference in the classes,all play their part.
Well written storyline,highlighting the initial failings and unprepared nature of our forces in the Great War. The difference in the classes,all play their part.
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