Need Book(s) Suggestions

Me | 3/31/22 | Me

[The Louiswu]

Hi all. I just got done with the last of the Horatio Hornblower books, read all 11 in about two weeks and now I need some book suggestions. I liked the naval warfare aspects of the Hornblower books. I usually read classic (50’s-early 80’s) science fiction, some military fiction, some science. I’ve tried to plow thru o’Brians, Master and Commander and I might try again. Thanks in advance. Have a great day.

[rellimpank]

—submarine warfare, mostly WW 2and current—

P.T. Deutermann—

https://www.amazon.com/Iceman-Novel-P-T-Deutermann-ebook/dp/B075JK4HG3/ref=sr_1_19?crid=267M3SZXU6BJG&keywords=submarine+warfare+authors&qid=1648746973&sprefix=submarine+warfare+authors%2Caps%2C279&sr=8-19

[cld51860]

What he/she said.

Love B. Cornwell’s stuff.

I have read all of the Hornblower books many times over. They never get old.

[Sans-Culotte]

If you like British 18th century naval books, you might try the "Richard Bolitho" 29-book series by Alexander Kent ...

I also recommend the Kent novels. I did not read the entire series, but did read most of them. The first book Kent wrote in the series - To Glory We Steer is the best IMO (not chronologically first in Bolitho's story, but written first).

I also read all of Dudley Pope's Lord Ramage novels. They are not as good as Forrester or Kent, but still worthwhile.

I did read all the Patrick O'Brian books. They do not have a great deal of action. I honestly thought they came off like they were written by Jane Austen.

I read all of the original series of Cornwell's Richard Sharpe books, but could not get into the prequel novels set in India.

[HKMk23]

Your decision as to whether to continue with the exploits of Jack Aubrey through all 20 volumes may benefit by a view from 30,000 feet.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aubrey%E2%80%93Maturin_series

I’ve been enjoying a paced read through “Robinson Crusoe”; the 18th Century English adds an interesting educational element to the experience. I continually find myself discovering “Ahh, so that’s how they would have put it back then.” Modern wokesters would likely torch it over its references to “savages” of the African and American continents, but it’s very much a product of its day (1719), and not at all unapproachable for a sound-minded reader.

[BlueLancer]

If you like historical fiction (particularly mysteries), you might try ...

Candace Robb - The Owen Archer Series (13 books) ...

Lindsey Davis - The Marcus Didius Falco Series (21 books) ..

And, if you like fantasy mysteries, you might try Glen Cook, the Garrett P.I. series (14 books) ...

[The Louiswu]

I actually have that on my shelf, completely forgot about it

[The Louiswu]

Is Silver Pigs like… Roma Sub Rosa is a series of historical mystery novels by Steven Saylor set in ancient Rome ?

[Skooz]

Pacific Crucible
The Conquering Tide
Twilight of the Gods

Absolutely first rate reading. I concur and cannot recommend them highly enough.

Additionally, James Hornfischer’s “Pacific Crucible” and “Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors” are both magnificent.

[The Louiswu]

I did read 1 Glen Cook novel, Passage at Arms, which is like Das Boot set I. space. A riveting read.

[cyclotic]

While not a series, PT Dueterman has written several WWII Naval Warfare books. They are very good.

I’m also a fan of Jeff Sahara historical fiction books

[BDParrish]

I know my voice will be lost among the other recommendations and there is no way for you to tell that what I am about to say is the answer you really want. I fancy I know why you like Hornblower which is why I recommend the historical fiction by Raphael Sabatini. Start with “Captain Blood” and if you don’t care for it then please message me and tell me why not. I like to keep track of when I am wrong, happens often I’m afraid, but not this time. (Ignore the silly Hollywood movies which claimed to be based on his books such as “Captain Blood” starring Erroll Flynn.)

Raphael Sabatini!
“Scaramouche”
“The Sea Hawk”
Here is a list from thriftbooks:
https://www.thriftbooks.com/a/rafael-sabatini/311837/

[cyclotic]

I’m still on chapter one of The Real Anthony Fauci.

The sickness and lies of the murderers in the medical establishment is just puke inducing.

Kennedy sent pallets of the book to the Peoples Convoy. That’s where we got a copy.

Some convoy members drove to Fauci’s neighborhood and distributed copies to his neighbors.

[BlueLancer]

Yes, it is. It’s set during the time when Vespasian became Emperor. I have the Steven Saylor series as well ...

[The Louiswu]

I’m actually a big fan of The film Captain Blood, I dig Errol Flynn and B and W films from back in the day. I will take your recommendations to heart I assure you. Thanks

[Sans-Culotte]

(Ignore the silly Hollywood movies which claimed to be based on his books such as “Captain Blood” starring Errol Flynn.)

I read Captain Blood and the Errol Flynn movie followed it quite closely.

[kvanbrunt2]

Wayne Stinnet’s series are good. He is a current author.

[waterhill]

What Does This Button Do? - Bruce Dickinson

Ted White and Blue- Ted Nugent

Anything by Mark Levin

Atlas Shrugged- Ayn Rand. (Skip the mushy parts and you can knock it out in 4 days)

Anything by Matt Bracken

[bigbob]

With interests in sci-fi and military history,you might like Harry Turtledoves alternate history books that combine the two.

[caww]

This is unquestionably the most amazing tale of men against the elements that I have ever read or heard, and it is told remarkably well by Lansing who draws from the actual diary entries of the participants without ever reducing the narrative to a dry progression of quotes..... His ability to bring the harrowing conditions and landscape, the fascinating array of characters, and the grueling sequence of challenges and hairsbreadth escapes into sharp and 'riveting focus 'is quite extraordinary. .... It is almost impossible to comprehend the level of persistence shown by these stranded Antarctic explorers as they sought to escape from their immensely dangerous, if not impossible, predicament.

[mass55th]

Not sure if you'll find what you're looking for, but the site Fantastic Fiction is where I go to check out new and upcoming books, plus they provide an alphabetical list of authors, along with all their published books, and at the bottom of the page, they offer search by genre. You don't have to join, although there is an option at the top right of the page.

Fantastic Fiction