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I’m not sure that I ever liked Caroline. But now I just pity her. She reminds me of George’s father in that she focused solely on her wants and needs and didn’t factor in who/what her husband is. Tsk, tsk bitch. In the past few chapters when the servants have been discussed it’s only been Winkler and Boles. I hope all is well with Jacobs and McGillivray. I realize that they are peripheral characters but usually when Boles is mentioned so is M. In that era would it have been necessary to get a mistress/new wife after a separation? And after a period time would it be possible to have the marriage annulled, etc.? If it were possible I’d love to see Countess von Lieven replace Caroline. I know, I dream I also worry about Davina’s motives but I believe that George is smart enough to foresee any problems and nip it if needed As always big thank you to Mark for sharing his gift with us!!!

I’m glad to see that George and his father have begun the process of healing. I assume it’s be beneficial, especially now, as the Duke of Suffolk was made a PC around the time George was “visiting” Paris. @Mark Arbour Thanks for the extra info on my last comment. I look forward to what comes next for our hero.

Yet another fantastic chapter!!! While I’m overjoyed to see our favorite hero get his just rewards, I’m thinking that his sea days are at an end. As we’ve seen in previous books and in this one, the PC doesn’t usually do the actual op, instead it’s assigned to others. Not only is Granger exceedingly wealthy he’s now an Earl and a PC member. Once he sits on that council he’ll be exposed to intel that cannot fall into enemy hands. I can’t remember if it was this chapter or the last where the Duke of Portland thanks Granger for helping Cavendish, but it was nice to see some healing, however small, in Frick and his dad’s relationship. I’m sure they have a ways to go. Hopefully George and his father are getting there as well. I’d also like to see St Vincent make amends. He and George have so much positive history. Granger contributed so much to SV and is undeserving of SV’s current attitude. But I understand that SV may be set in his ways. As always many, many thanks to Mark for this chapter and all the books he’s written. His talent has entertained so many of us for so long. I look forward to reading more and rereading it all!!! All good things…

@drsawzall I think you’re confusing William (oldest son) with Alexander (youngest). William has had a courtesy title ever since George was made a peer. It was Alexander, that George’s father-in-law and Caroline attempted to make the next Lord Heathford.

@Mark Arbour Thank you!!!

I made a serious mistake by taking a drink at the tail end of the bequests, “And to my sister, Lady Gatwick, I send my bona fide wishes that she rot in hell.” I also thought that Scruggs and Brooklands might be closer than we currently know. Maybe that’s why George wasn’t able to bed him? I’m glad to see that George has the support of at least his mother! He’s going through a pretty rough homecoming. I’m sure George’s grandfather will get a kick out of everything that is going on when his “spies” send him his next info packet. Out of curiosity where does Freck fall in his family? Is he the first son or does he have elder brothers? During those times when Mark has to focus on his real life I find myself rereading this series over and over again. Not to mention his other books! @Mark Arbour thank you so much for getting this chapter out to us.

George has become a brilliant tactician over his years at sea. With this latest affair Caroline has made a serious error in judgment. It seems as though she’s forgotten all those hard won battles and only sees George as he is at home. I’m looking forward to reading George’s latest letter to her and the ensuing action. if I remember correctly, George wasn’t too enthused by his father-in-law’s will giving Alexander his title and estate. By publicly renouncing it he gets what he wants and possibly shores up colleagues he will need when his aunts will is read and the fight that may cause. I’m hoping that this first “broadside”, as Winkler put it, will demonstrate to the Duke of Suffolk the need for peace and what George is capable of. I know nothing of wills and their legal battles from this era but I assume it could be damaging to all involved. I hoping that as Daventry was impressed the Duke will come back to his senses. For the foreseeable future George has no need of a ship as he has quite a battle to plan out and win right now. Not to mention all the info on England’s northern neighbors to pass on to his superiors and ministers. Hopefully, the written reports and exchanges will thaw St. Vincent’s unforgiving attitude toward what flaws he thinks he saw in George. If not he may become embattled on his island of no oversight (I can’t remember how Mark put that when describing the new government). @Mark Arbour Thank you so much for your continued work on this series and this latest succession of chapters. Not being a writer it’s nearly impossible to know how much work this entails. I can only see the word/chapter/book count to see that it’s monumental.

Thanks Mark!

I’m doing the same thing!

Truly an amazing story! I enjoy the historical fiction that Mark has created. Starting from the first book you are able to see George (main character) transform through the years. This is an epic saga that I enjoy reading over and over again. Every time my bell notification goes off I’m hoping that it’s a new chapter. If you’re looking for a well written roller coaster ride you’ve come to the right place. Mark’s writing is exceptional and he’ll leave you gasping for more. P.S. Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburg, also served on the HMS Valiant in the Mediterranean, 140 years later.

Glad to see your back with another story!

I have no idea where this is going but I loved it. Jumping on the earth to tamp it down was a nice touch!

A beardette? 😬

I think what Rick saw was Rita and her g/f. Just a guess. But it would give Rick a true advocate. Maybe Rita knows the piano man and can hook Rick up.

I read too fast. Before I knew it the chapter was finished. I read from the beginning to refresh myself. Damn speed reader. 😢 Glad to see this story is continuing. It’s definitely one of my favorites. It also allows me to escape real life. Thanks Krista!!!