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

"Second to None: A Military Romance, Volume 3" by James Grant is a historical fiction novel set in the 18th century, during the Seven Years’ War, that chronicles the experiences of Sir Basil Gauntlet, a young officer in the Scots Greys. Stationed in Paderborn in the German states, Sir Basil faces the imminent threat of battle against the Duc de Broglie, even as his thoughts turn to his cousin’s romantic prospects and matters of the heart. The story emphasizes the burdens of love and honor amidst the chaos of war, as key characters are forced to confront their personal fates in the face of conflict. The novel explores themes of rivalry, duty, and romance, all amidst the foreshadowing of the battle to come.