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Captain Grey's Gambit
A Novel
Series: A Thomas Grey Novel
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Captain Grey's Gambit
A taut historical thriller for fans of The Queen’s Gambit and James Bond.
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December 1803: A French invasion fleet is poised to cross the Channel and storm the beaches of southern England. A member of Napoleon's inner circle—disaffected by Napoleon's creeping tyranny—contacts the British naval intelligence service in hopes of defecting to London. His escape plan calls for a rendezvous at an international chess tournament in Frankfurt—a rare opportunity for him to travel outside France. Naval intelligence sends its top man—and best chess player—Captain Thomas Grey, to orchestrate the Frenchman's escape to England. But Grey's mission changes dramatically when the defector demands that his pro-Napoleon daughter come with him—expecting Grey to act not just as escort but kidnapper.
The second novel in J. H. Gelernter's already lauded Captain Grey series, Captain Grey's Gambit continues a story that is "smart, fast, twisty, and dangerous" (Lee Child) in a "richly imagined early nineteenth-century world" (Richard Snow).
Series: A Thomas Grey Novel
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The book is praised for its suspenseful espionage plot set against the backdrop of conflict between England and France. Reviewers highlight Gelernter's well-crafted lead character, Captain Grey, and note the series' distinction from its influences, such as Ian Fleming's James Bond. It is also commended for its rich historical detail and vivid depictions.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780393867060
Publisher: WW Norton & Co
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 10 May 2022
Country: United States
Imprint: WW Norton & Co
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 25.0mm
Width: 160.0mm
Height: 239.0mm
Weight: 430g
Pages: 256
About the Author
J. H. Gelernter is the author of the Thomas Grey novels: The Montevideo Brief, Hold Fast, and Captain Grey’s Gambit.
Also by J. H. Gelernter
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