First Voyage: War against the Nazis is on the horizon...

A page-turning, authentic nautical adventure! Perfect for fans of Clive Cussler, Dewey Lambdin, Tom Clancy and Douglas Reeman.

War is on the horizon...

1938

America is still in a depression and jobs are hard to come by.

Patrick Welch, a young, college-educated seaman in Brooklyn manages to find a job as third mate aboard an old tramp freighter, the Arrow.

The ship's captain, Van Metre, has a stern reputation, and the men aboard are sceptical of Patrick's formal background.

But Patrick works hard to win the respect of the rough and ready crew.

As they sail for Europe, Patrick hears rumours about the beginnings of a war.

And when they arrive in Hamburg, the reality of the Nazi Germany that awaits them is worse than anyone could have imagined...

FIRST VOYAGE is a gripping and atmospheric historical adventure. It is the first book in the Patrick Welch Naval Thriller series.

'A detailed story that builds into a suspenseful drama.' - Kirkus Reviews

'Told with great love of the seas and the hard-bit men who plough them, this coming-of-age adventure is sure to delight maritime history fans.' - Historical Novel Society

'A modern-day maritime novel that will make most readers wish they had gone to sea, as well as being a poignant and powerful coming-of-age novel... a first-rate historical novel... Palmiotti's writing is translucent and lyrical at times, but always highly accessible and, like a siren's call, quite irresistible. Highly recommended.' - Reader's Favorite

THE PATRICK WELCH NAVAL THRILLER SERIES:
Book One: First Voyage