Description
Antigua, 1804. Once again Vice-Admiral Sir Richard Bolitho is aboard his beloved, battle-scarred ship Hyperion. And on this mission, death stalks him more closely than ever. In his aging vessel, he intends to brave the guns of French and Spanish defense squadrons and raid the bullion- heavy treasure fleet sailing under the flag of His Most Catholic Majesty. His plan is so daring that some would call it a death wish.
Plagued by an ailing marriage and a recent injury, in the midst of overwhelming danger, Bolitho is suddenly gripped by a reawakened passion that will lead him into dramatic battle and deadly risk....