The Devil's Own - Hardcover

Douglas, Garry

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0708940005 ISBN 13: 9780708940006

Publisher: Ulverscroft, 1998

Synopsis

'An absorbing read.' - READING PANEL In the Crimean War, Sergeant Jack Crossman, tough, shrewd and skilful, is part of the proud 88th regiment, the Connaught Rangers. Nicknamed Fancy Jack by the troops for his aristocratic background, he chose to join the ranks, instead of buying a commission, to prove his worth as a soldier. Grudgingly admired both by his commanding officers and his men, Crossman is singled out to undertake a series of near-suicide missions. Leading a motley crew of expendable troublemakers against the vicious Cossacks, Crossman is conscious that the success or failure of these missions could determine the outcome of the war...

About this title

About the Author:

Garry Kilworth was raised in South Yemen, the son of an RAF sergeant. Later he served 15 years in the RAF himself. Most recently he was with the British Army in Hong Kong, where he wrote for the South China Morning Post. He now spends his time between Suffolk and Spain, writing full time. He has won many awards for both his children's and adult novels.

From AudioFile:

During the Crimean War, when soldiers still fought in straight lines and military leaders came from the aristocratic ranks regardless combat experience, Sgt. Jack Crossman (hiding from his aristocratic and educated background) and his band of misfit soldiers are selected for covert operations that mean the difference between winning and losing. Garrett interweaves the actions and temperaments of these men with accents, emotions and personalities. Douglas's vivid descriptions of war are illuminated by the polished tones of Garrett, leaving the listener yearning to be a part of the adventures. M.B.K. (c) AudioFile, Portland, Maine

About this edition

• Publisher: Ulverscroft
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0708940005
• ISBN 13: 9780708940006
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 464