A Tradition of Victory — Alexander Kent

The year is 1801. After eight years of conflict, rumors of peace between Britain and France abound. But in the treacherous Bay of Biscay the harsh reality is war.

Rear-admiral Richard Bolitho's small squadron is still repairing the scars of battle earned at Copenhagen. And Bolitho himself is more concerned for the young beauty waiting for him on shore than for the call of the sea. But when his orders come Bolitho's flag must lead, and his captains must follow--even to the brink of disaster...