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Monsoon (Courtney Family Adventures) Paperback – May 16, 2003

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Monsoon, a Courtney Family Adventure from Wilbur Smith

One man. Three sons. A powerful destiny waiting to unfold.

Monsoon is the sweeping epic that continues the saga begun in Wilbur Smith's bestselling Birds of Prey. Once a voracious adventurer, it has been many years since Hal Courtney has dared the high seas. Now he must return with three of his sons - Tom, Dorian, and Guy - to protect the East India Trading Company from looting pirates, in exchange for half of the fortune he recovers.

It will be a death or glory mission in the name of the crown. But Hal must also think about the fates of his sons. Like their father before them, Tom, Dorian, and Guy are drawn inexorably to Africa. When fate decrees that they must all leave England forever, they set said for the dark, unexplored continent, seduced by the allure and mystery of this new, magnificent, but savage land. All will have a crucial part to play in shaping the Courtneys' destiny, as the family vies for a prize beyond any of their dreams.

In a story of anger and passion, peace and war, Wilbur Smith evinces himself at the height of his storytelling powers. Set at the dawn of eighteenth-century England, with the Courtneys riding wind-tossed seas toward Arabia and Africa, Monsoon is an exhilarating adventure pitting brother against brother, man against sea, and good against evil.

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St. Martin's Griffin
Publication date

May 16, 2003
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6 x 1.38 x 9 inches
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0312317123
ISBN-13

978-0312317126
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“Let yourself be blown away by the hurricane of storytelling that is Monsoon ... a fantastic reading experience.” ―The Sunday Times

“Tremendously enjoyable ... meticulously researched, with narrative drive as relentless as the green Atlantic rollers ... one hell of a read.” ―The Daily Mail

“His writing is crisp and decisive and his plots keep the reader hooked. ” ―Belfast Telegraph

“The writing is never less than vivid, the plot is neatly crafted.” ―Mail on Sunday

“Brightly colored, sweeping escapism.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“A rich, compelling look back in time [to] when history and myth intermingled. ” ―San Francisco Chronicle

“A grand tale of intrigue, deception, true love and exile.” ―Denver Post

“An epic... Smith joins the ranks of the grand masters of twentieth-century novels.” ―Tulsa World

“Only a handful of 20th century writers tantalize our senses as well as Smith. A rare author who wields a razor-sharp sword of craftsmanship.” ―Tulsa World

“[A] nonstop thriller that takes readers on a magical tour… Wilbur Smith leaves fans feeling that they sailed alongside Sir Hal because the geography and the era appear so genuine. This is what makes a Smith book worth reading.” ―Midwest Book Review

“Smith is one of the world's most popular and prolific adventure writers.” ―The Washington Post Book World

“Smith offers plenty of battles and harrowing escapes for adventure fans.” ―Library Journal

“A masterful tale of action and suspense.... A smooth blend of adventure and romance, the novel is an atmospheric trip through the fierce mysteries of the Dark Continent and the Arabian seas.” ―Publishers Weekly

“[Smith] paces his tale as swiftly as he can with swordplay aplenty and killing strokes that come like lightning out of a sunny blue sky.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“A wild adventure…brought flawlessly to life through realistic sword fights and sea battles, vivid stories of pirates…breathtaking.” ―Times Record News

“Smith is a master.” ―Publishers Weekly

“One of the world's most popular adventure writers.” ―The Washington Post Book World

“A rare author who wields a razor-sharp sword of craftsmanship.” ―Tulsa World

“Wilbur Smith is one of those benchmarks against whom others are compared.” ―The Times (UK)

“Best Historical Novelist--I say Wilbur Smith, with his swashbuckling novels of Africa. The bodices of rip and the blood flows. You can get lost in Wilbur Smith and misplace all of August.” ―Stephen King

“Action is Wilbur Smith's game, and he is a master.” ―The Washington Post Book World

“The world's leading adventure writer.” ―Daily Express (UK)

“Wilbur Smith rarely misses a trick.” ―Sunday Times

“Smith is a captivating storyteller.” ―The Orlando Sentinel

“No one does adventure quite like Smith.” ―Daily Mirror (UK)

“A thundering good' read is virtually the only way of describing Wilbur Smith's books.” ―The Irish Times

About the Author

Wilbur Smith is the bestselling author of many novels, each meticulously researched on his numerous expeditions worldwide. His bestselling Courtney series includes Assegai, The Sound of Thunder, Birds of Prey, and Blue Horizon. His other books include Those in Peril, River God, Warlock, The Seventh Scroll, and The Sunbird. His books are now translated into twenty-six languages and have sold over eighty million copies. Smith was born to a British family in Northern Rhodesia, now Zambia, in Central Africa, and attended Rhodes University in South Africa. He has homes in Cape Town, London, Switzerland and Malta.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ St. Martin's Griffin; First Edition (May 16, 2003)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 624 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0312317123
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0312317126
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.45 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.38 x 9 inches

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Wilbur Smith was born in Central Africa in 1933. He was educated at Michaelhouse and Rhodes University. After the successful publication of WHEN THE LION FEEDS in 1964 he became a full-time writer, and has since written 30 novels, all meticulously researched on his numerous expeditions worldwide. His books have been translated into twenty-six different languages

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Angelo M Scardino

Thoroughly Enjoyable Read

Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2023

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This book as well as the previous book in this series is action-packed. What was even better is all of the research that surely must have gone into it. There was a lot to be learned about the times and places in which this book took place. On top of all this, it is extremely well written and the characters truly come to life. I highly recommend this book and series.

Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2020

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Wilbur Smith’s books are so enjoyable and interesting to read. They truly are hard to put down. He is so descriptive in his writing that it is easy to imagine in my minds eye the scenes that are unfolding on the pages as I turn them. Wilbur Smith is definitely one of the best writers of our time.

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L. Paquet

Well-written but lengthy swashbuckling novel

Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2023

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We ordered this book on the recommendation of our son. It arrived in perfect condition. Good price. Well-written, but at 500+ pages it was too long to hold our attention. Should have been divided into two novels. Wilbur Smith has a very long list of novels he has written over the years and this book shows a decent depiction of how life was long ago. Lots of action, some intrigue and occasional sex. Loved the choice of time and location. If you like sailing, pirates, bravery and treachery, this is your novel.

Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2022

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I loved this book. The characters were developed so well, as is customary with W Smith books. This was one of my favorites.

Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2018

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In my opinion, this book is one of the best of the best. Wilbur Smith"s books in general are some of the best reading out there, and this book is one of his best efforts. It is full of adventure and twists of fate. It is well worth reading and rereading after a time. I just finished reading it for the second time and was still surprised by certain developments in the book.

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DON J SONKE

Another 5 stars for Wilbur Smith

Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2013

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I have read 14 or 15 of Wilbur Smiths books and find my reading pattern of his books as consistent. The first 80 to 85 percent can be read at leisure, however from then on I find myself being late for dinner, appointments and whatever plans I have because I must find out what happens on the next page. Monsoon is a worthy sequel to Birds of Prey with the young Hal becoming a wealthy powerful character that still has a burning desire for adventure and willing to risk all for the unknown. Each book has an erotic encounter by the main characters that gives an added zip to the overall character development.
As a fan of history I appreciate the detailed description of the many components of the story such as the nature and customs of the people involved and the workings of the ships and boats of the time period.
The complex and intriguing relationships of the brothers and how Sir Hal handles them is a study of human nature that plays out with unexpected results that piques ones interest for more.
Whenever I find my interest in reading getting stale, one click on Amazon for a Wilbur Smith kindle book brings me right back up to speed.

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Lisa Davies

Monsoon by Wilbur Smith

Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2012

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If you are a great admirer of Wilbur Smith, this is a book not to miss reading. As all of his books, full of impressive descriptions, acurate documentation of historical facts, amazing plot, makes you want to turn the pages all the time, keeps you awake at night and the next day you continue thinking about the book, replaying the story. He is amazing, professional, inspiring and has a very acute sence of human behaviour. I always feel enriched after reading any of his books. The editing is close to perfect and his writing skills very refined.

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Jeff Segers

Smith...Good

Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2021

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Good but not his best. The story and plot are sound, but I sped through most of the boring descriptions and on going dialog.

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Bill

Wilbur Smith Absolutely Golden

Reviewed in Canada on September 15, 2023

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If you haven't read any his books, and you start one, you will be hooked., He's a mood changer, he makes the book come alive, and you start to feel a part of it.
As much as I appreciaate his writing, i would still like to see a few of his books on the big screen.

Ian Varley

Great book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 17, 2023

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Great book as always with Wilbur Smith you are left wondering how he manages to think up these storylines