dragons1966's review against another edition
4.0
I'm enjoying this series about Hugh Monsarrat and his adventures in the colonies. This one takes him to Maria Island of the coast of Tasmania to solve the murder of the bosun, the operator of the island's only boat. I've always been keen on history and found this look at the notorious island very interesting. I know the authors took some liberties with the strict historical setting but it is a novel so that's not really a problem. I recommend this book but do read the series in order, it will make it more enjoyable.
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