Second to None: A Military Romance, Volume 2 (of 3)

"Second to None: A Military Romance, Volume 2 (of 3)" by James Grant is a sweeping historical fiction set in the midst of war in 19th-century Brittany. The story follows Basil, a courageous young soldier caught in the crossfire of military conflict, as he navigates both battlefield skirmishes and a passionate romance with the noblewoman Jacqueline de Broglie. Facing French Hussars and separation from his comrades, Basil's journey leads him to a chateau where he recovers with the help of Jacqueline's companion, Angelique. This richly woven tale explores themes of honor, sacrifice, love, and the brutal realities of war, painting a vivid picture of human emotion against a backdrop of historical upheaval as British troops prepare to assault the fortified city of St. Malo.