A BATTLE WON

Fans of naval historical fiction will thoroughly enjoy Nick Boulton's narration of this follow-up to UNDER ENEMY COLORS. His dexterous voice gives Master and Commander Charles Hayden a well-rounded personality as he fights for England during the French Revolutionary Wars. Hayden is often frustrated by the unavoidable politics of the British Navy and the stresses of social criticism, but he uses his inestimable skills to pull his ship and crew through countless difficult situations. Boulton also succeeds in delivering impressive and varied performances for the supporting characters with precision and panache. This well-researched story of naval warfare is action packed. Boulton’s performance draws us in and takes us back in time. K.O. © AudioFile 2010, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2010]