The old iron-clad Meridian steams south on her last journey under the British flag, on route to her new home in the Chilean Navy. Using the transfer of the ship as cover, Halfhyde and Watkiss are on a covert operation to protect British interests in South America from the encroaching Germans. Soon Halfhyde has an added mission: he must help a detective from the Metropolitan Police track down and intercept a traitorous civil servant who has escaped from prison and is on the run for South America.

About the Author
Philip McCutchan served on various British war ships during WWII. Afterwards, he concentrated on writing, publishing more than 80 books, including the fifteen-book Halfhyde series.

Reviews
"Halfhyde is a fine hero, insubordinate and ingenious." -- The New York Times
"McCutchan brings . . . a driving style and a vast knowledge of and love for the sea that is certain to delight seafaring buffs." -- Booklist



Book Information
ISBN 9781590130711
Author Philip McCutchan
Format Paperback
Page Count 272
Imprint McBooks Press
Publisher Globe Pequot Press
Weight(grams) 358g
Dimensions(mm) 216mm * 140mm * 20mm