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1789. Thomas Kydd was promoted to acting lieutenant after his bravery at Camperdown, but he began naval life as a press-ganged sailor, and there is more to becoming an officer than passing exams. Kydd must turn himself into a gentleman as well. As he struggles with his own demons, he and the enigmatic Renzi set sail in Tenacious for North America. Halifax is a rough and tumble port, and the United States of America has just been born. The crew of the old 64-gun ship are soon caught up in the chaos. Hurricanes and the French are lurking just off the coast, and for Kydd, there is more than just survival at stake. ''Paints a vivid picture of life aboard the mighty ship-of-the-line.'' - Daily Express. ''Written with Stockwin''s own experiences in the Royal Navy, he gives themes of fighting and tempest an authenticity to delight all who share his passion for the sea.''...