The Letter of Marque

In the twelfth installment of the Aubrey/Maturin series, set during the early 1800s, Jack Aubrey, wrongly accused and struck off as a post-captain, is given a chance at redemption when his friend Stephen Maturin arranges for him to command his old ship, The Surprise, as a privateer. Together, they embark on a perilous mission against Napoleonic France, with the outcome promising to restore Aubrey's honor. Patrick O'Brian weaves a compelling tale of adventure and character depth that rivals the best in historical naval fiction.