First published 2007
In the dawn of the 20th century, the great powers of Europe are locked in an arms race. When Germany begins constructing the Dreadnought, the most advanced battleship ever seen, the British Empire must respond. Caught in a deadly contest of national pride and military might, naval officers, engineers, and politicians maneuver to gain the upper hand. As the stakes rise, they must confront the true costs of this technological revolution. Massie's gripping historical drama reveals the passions and consequences that drove the creation of these floating fortresses.
Genres: historical-fiction, 20th-century, adventure, action
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, political-intrigue
Setting: Europe
Period: 20th Century
1040 pages · Paperback · Vintage Books USA