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Beneath a Rising Sun: The Frontier Series 10

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Set during the fierce battles of the Pacific theatre in World War II, Beneath a Rising Sun follows the Duffy and Macintosh clans as they confront profound trials. Sergeant Jessica Duffy, a code breaker at MacArthur's headquarters, secretly reports American activities to the Australian Prime Minister and uncovers high-level treason. Meanwhile, Captain James Duffy, a scarred US Marine Corps fighter pilot, struggles with his desire to return to combat after being sidelined in the war effort. At the same time, Major David Macintosh faces threats not just from war but from his cousin Sarah, whose ruthless ambition jeopardises their family empire. From battlefield courage to political intrigue and Hollywood's faรงade, the novel explores themes of duty, loyalty and resilience across a gripping wartime saga.
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Beneath a Rising Sun will appeal to readers who enjoy military and historical fiction rich in family drama and complex characters. Fans of detailed storytelling and wartime narratives with a touch of political intrigue will find this a compelling read, especially those who appreciate the blend of adventure and history praised in Peter Watt's previous works.

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The epic Frontier saga continues.

The epic Frontier saga continues.

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"The home grown version of Wilbur Smith" - The Sunday Age

As the Allied forces fight to repel invaders in the Pacific, the Duffy and Macintosh clans face their greatest challenges at home.

Sergeant Jessica Duffy relishes her work as a code breaker in MacArthur's headquarters but is also secretly reporting on the Americans to the Prime Minister. When she uncovers treason at the highest levels, neither duty nor dishonour will stop her getting justice.

Captain James Duffy, a decorated fighter pilot with the United States Marine Corps, is expected to wait out the war assisting the bond effort, helping to make movies that gloss over the tragic realities of combat. Despite his scars, he is desperate to return to the cockpit...until a chance meeting gives him something new to fight for.

Major David Macintosh has survived prison camps, torture and countless battles, but can he endure the machinations of his obsessive cousin, Sarah? Sarah is prepared to do anything to take over the family companies, and will destroy anyone who gets in her way.

From the frontlines of the Pacific to the back lots of Hollywood, a new generation faces deadly missions, impossible choices and an inescapable family legacy.

Praise for the series:

"A rousing and revealing yarn" - Weekend Australian

"The historical detail brings the ...19th century to rip-roaring life" - The Australian

"Watt's fans love his work for its history, adventure and storytelling" - Brisbane News

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781743539613

Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 July 2016

Country: Australia

Imprint: Pan Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 200.0mm

Height: 133.0mm

Weight: 286g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Peter has been a soldier, articled clerk to a solicitor, prawn trawler deckhand, builder's labourer, pipe layer, real estate salesman, private investigator, police sergeant and adviser to the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary. He has lived and worked with Aborigines, Islanders, Vietnamese and Papua New Guineans and speaks, reads and writes Vietnamese and Pidgin.

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