Fleeting Shadows
by Richard Kinsella
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Pub Date 4 Dec 2015 | Archive Date 11 Dec 2015
Description
It is 1939, and Europe is on the brink of war.
Peter Creswell has finally traded in the open water in favour of his family and his business.
However, as he enjoys the company of his wife, daughter and son in the garden of his American estate, he knows this might very well be the last time they are together.
Peter and his son, Louis, work for the family company, United Federal Oil.
While Peter has settled behind a desk, Louis has inherited his father’s adoration for the sea, and is due to sail on a company boat to South Africa on the eve of conflict.
Wife and mother, Gwen, is torn apart by the political state of Europe.
Not only does it place her son in grave danger, she also knows full well that Peter is in the Naval Reserve.
War will more than likely mean losing him for at least a few months, or worse... forever.
Sure enough, Gwen’s worst fears are brought to fruition; it is not long before Peter is sailing up the River Mersey, preparing to serve in another global fight.
Meanwhile, Louis is left navigating the U-Boat infested waters of the Atlantic Ocean, with no protection whatsoever.
Jessica, Gwen’s intelligent and quick-witted daughter, provides some comfort to her mother, while partially managing United Federal Oil and staving off the debauched advances of long term family friend David Huss.
War places a great strain on the family, and when Gwen gathers news that her son’s ship has disappeared, it is almost more than she can bare.
Louis fights for his life with the beautiful Linda Richards at his side as the ravages of battle and the forces of nature threaten to destroy his chances of reuniting with his family.
With deep insight into the terrors of seamanship during World War Two, ‘Fleeting Shadows’ is comprehensive and compelling in equal measure. It follows on from ‘Quartermaster’ and ‘Sombre Waters.
Praise for Richard Kinsella:
'A memorable read. You can taste the sea air as you turn the pages.' - Robert Foster, best-selling author of 'The Lunar Code'.
Richard Kinsella was born in Dundee, Scotland. At seventeen he joined the Merchant Navy as a deck cadet becoming a qualified Master Mariner ten years later. With the increasing responsibilities of a growing family he left the sea and worked ashore in the financial sector. To maintain his connection with the sea he obtained a commission in the Royal Naval Reserve. Fifteen years later he was recalled to the regular navy as a Lieutenant-Commander.
Endeavour Press is the UK's leading independent digital publisher. For more information on our titles please sign up to our newsletter at www.endeavourpress.com. Each week you will receive updates on free and discounted ebooks. Follow us on Twitter: @EndeavourPress and on Facebook via http://on.fb.me/1HweQV7. We are always interested in hearing from our readers. Endeavour Press believes that the future is now.
Peter Creswell has finally traded in the open water in favour of his family and his business.
However, as he enjoys the company of his wife, daughter and son in the garden of his American estate, he knows this might very well be the last time they are together.
Peter and his son, Louis, work for the family company, United Federal Oil.
While Peter has settled behind a desk, Louis has inherited his father’s adoration for the sea, and is due to sail on a company boat to South Africa on the eve of conflict.
Wife and mother, Gwen, is torn apart by the political state of Europe.
Not only does it place her son in grave danger, she also knows full well that Peter is in the Naval Reserve.
War will more than likely mean losing him for at least a few months, or worse... forever.
Sure enough, Gwen’s worst fears are brought to fruition; it is not long before Peter is sailing up the River Mersey, preparing to serve in another global fight.
Meanwhile, Louis is left navigating the U-Boat infested waters of the Atlantic Ocean, with no protection whatsoever.
Jessica, Gwen’s intelligent and quick-witted daughter, provides some comfort to her mother, while partially managing United Federal Oil and staving off the debauched advances of long term family friend David Huss.
War places a great strain on the family, and when Gwen gathers news that her son’s ship has disappeared, it is almost more than she can bare.
Louis fights for his life with the beautiful Linda Richards at his side as the ravages of battle and the forces of nature threaten to destroy his chances of reuniting with his family.
With deep insight into the terrors of seamanship during World War Two, ‘Fleeting Shadows’ is comprehensive and compelling in equal measure. It follows on from ‘Quartermaster’ and ‘Sombre Waters.
Praise for Richard Kinsella:
'A memorable read. You can taste the sea air as you turn the pages.' - Robert Foster, best-selling author of 'The Lunar Code'.
Richard Kinsella was born in Dundee, Scotland. At seventeen he joined the Merchant Navy as a deck cadet becoming a qualified Master Mariner ten years later. With the increasing responsibilities of a growing family he left the sea and worked ashore in the financial sector. To maintain his connection with the sea he obtained a commission in the Royal Naval Reserve. Fifteen years later he was recalled to the regular navy as a Lieutenant-Commander.
Endeavour Press is the UK's leading independent digital publisher. For more information on our titles please sign up to our newsletter at www.endeavourpress.com. Each week you will receive updates on free and discounted ebooks. Follow us on Twitter: @EndeavourPress and on Facebook via http://on.fb.me/1HweQV7. We are always interested in hearing from our readers. Endeavour Press believes that the future is now.
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