First published 5200
The Ionian Mission plunges readers into the world of Jack Aubrey and Stephen Maturin as they navigate the treacherous waters of the Mediterranean. When Aubrey's command of the warship Surprise is cut short, he and his loyal friend Maturin must adapt to a new mission - infiltrating the French-held Ionian islands. With their wits and courage tested, the two men must confront shifting alliances, ruthless enemies, and the unpredictable nature of war itself. In the end, their enduring friendship provides the anchor amidst the storms of conflict.
Genres: historical-fiction, military-fiction, adventure, 19th-century
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Great Britain, Ionian Islands, Mediterranean
Period: 19th Century
400 pages · Paperback · W. W. Norton & Company