A Close Run Thing

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Set in 1796, the story follows Lieutenant John Pearce and his enigmatic companion, Oliphant, as they navigate the dangers of Gravelines, a smuggler's haven in France. Seeking a way back to England, they encounter a treacherous journey complicated by the presence of Pearce's old adversaries, the Tolland brothers, who may have a sinister connection to the murder of Catherine Carruthers. The narrative unfolds with themes of betrayal, survival, and the quest for justice amidst perilous circumstances.