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International politics embroils Commodore John Mason Kemp when he transports a division of Australian troops to the USA for training. Australia is under threat from the Japanese, but these troops are reinforcements for Britain's war against the Nazis. Kemp also carries secret intelligence reports that could make it essential for the troops to be returned to Australia, but with one of his sons missing, and enemy pursuit of his convoy, Kemp discovers international events can be influenced by show more personal motive. show lessTags
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A well written book, however, more appropriate for those with familiarity of naval convoys in WWII. I found the first half of the story very confusing as I have neither read the other two books in the series nor have a background in naval warfare or shipping.I also found it hard to identify with the characters. Enthusiasts in the field of naval warfare, however, will appreciate the tremendous detail. I found it lacking a storyline that I could really grab onto until the last few chapters. I do appreciate receiving this through the Member Giveaway program.
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Philip McCutchan was born on October 13, 1920 and grew up in the naval atmosphere of Portsmouth Dockyard in the United Kingdom. He served on several British war ships during World War II. After the war, he concentrated on writing and published over 80 books during his lifetime. His interest in military history resulted in numerous fiction books show more about the British Army and its campaigns. His works include the Halfhyde Adventure series, the James Ogilvie series, and the Commander Shaw series. He also wrote under the pseudonyms Robert Conington Galway and Duncan MacNeil. He died in 1996. (Bowker Author Biography) show less
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- Canonical title
- Convoy South
- People/Characters
- John Mason Kemp
- Important places
- Atlantic Ocean; South Atlantic Ocean
- Important events
- World War II (1939 | 1945); Battle of the Atlantic (1939 | 1945)
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- Reviews
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- Rating
- (3.33)
- Languages
- English
- Media
- Paper, Audiobook, Ebook
- ISBNs
- 5
- ASINs
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