The Mystery Ship: A Story of the 'Q' Ships During the Great War

"The Mystery Ship: A Story of the 'Q' Ships During the Great War" by Percy F. Westerman is a historical fiction novel following young naval officers Kenneth Meredith and Jock McIntosh as they navigate the perils of World War I aboard a British motor launch. Patrolling the foggy Northern Seas, their mission is to hunt enemy U-boats, facing constant uncertainty and danger. As the story begins, Kenneth is interrupted while writing a letter, and he and Jock discuss the mysterious absence of their colleague, Wakefield, while making preparations for a tense night patrol. This sets the stage for a gripping tale of wartime camaraderie, naval encounters, and the harsh realities of maritime patrol during the Great War, where duty and anticipation blend into the tense existence of these young officers.