Multi-million copy bestselling author Douglas Reeman expertly combines vivid characterisation with detailed and authentic naval experience to create a jaw-droppingly atmospheric and absorbing action thriller you won't be able to put down. Perfect for fans of Clive Cussler, Bernard Cornwell and Wilbur Smith.

'One of our foremost writers of naval fiction' -- Sunday Times
'Mr Reeman writes with great knowledge about the sea and those who sail on it' -- The Times
'Suspense from start to finish' -- ***** Reader review
'Great story - you will not want to put it down' -- ***** Reader review
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'Fantastic' -- ***** Reader review

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Commander Graham Martineau was awarded the Victoria Cross for pressing home an attack against impossible odds. Few survived, and crimson ribbon remains a haunting symbol of the sacrifice of ship and men.

Now, as captain of the crack Tribal Class destroyer H.M.S. Hakka, Martineau must once again call from ordinary seamen the ultimate in courage, and prepare to defend to the death vital convoys to Russia.

There is no hiding place in these bitter Arctic seas, where a pitiless enemy awaits a fatal rendezvous.


ALL ARE HEROES, AND NO MAN NOR SHIP IS IMMORTAL.