A fascinating reflection on Britain's maritime history including trade, warfare, social and environmental issues from the middle ages through to modern times. This book covers a range of ships, people and disasters/ wrecks. It really was quite moving at times but then harrowing too and at many points I paused to think it over.
Such a interesting read for anyone who has a interest in this genre.
My thanks go to the publishers, author and Netgalley for providing an arc in return for a honest review

I found this book to be a good read, full of information and brilliantly researched. The author dropped some really good points in about shipbuilding throughout the chapters, showing just how much the seas and those that sail them have changed throughout the years.

A great book with interesting stories. The author does an amazing job of presenting each story. The stories have great details and background of the events. It was extremely hard to put down. A must read for those who enjoy true stories of the sea disasters.

Thank you to #NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

My thanks to Ian Friel, Pen and Sword, and Netgalley.
It pains me to say this, but I was not glued to the pages. I had a difficult time getting into this book. I enjoyed the first 2 chapters. Then I was done. I'll be honest and just say that it was probably the ship's that bored me. I love the older ships. But, it's also the authors responsibility to help me see beyond that. I didn't. I'd probably enjoy his first book more!