{"title":"Sharpe Series","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"sharpes-gold-bernard-cornwell-sharpe-series-book-9-paperback","title":"Sharpe Series: Sharpe's Gold by Bernard Cornwell - Historical Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: New\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780007452927\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Harper\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sharpe Series, Book 9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSharpe's Gold plunges readers into the brutal heart of the Peninsular War, as Captain Richard Sharpe is sent deep into hostile Portuguese territory on a mission that could save Wellington's entire campaign. With the English army starving for funds, only a hoard of hidden Spanish gold can keep the war effort alive. Surrounded by guerrilla fighters, French patrols, and treacherous allies, Sharpe must use every ounce of cunning he possesses. This brand new paperback brings Cornwell's acclaimed military adventure to UK readers in a crisp, collectible edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSet in August 1810 during the destruction of Almeida, Sharpe's Gold is the ninth instalment in Bernard Cornwell's bestselling Sharpe series, though it reads brilliantly as a standalone adventure. The Duke of Wellington's army faces ruin unless a fortune in Spanish gold can be recovered from the mountains before the French seize it. Richard Sharpe, ever the soldier's soldier, is dispatched into dangerous, unfamiliar terrain where loyalty is scarce and betrayal lurks behind every ridge. He must negotiate with a formidable guerrilla leader, outwit scheming officers, and survive relentless skirmishes, all while rain and hardship batter his exhausted men. Cornwell's trademark blend of meticulous historical research and breathless, visceral action is on full display, placing readers directly in the mud, smoke, and chaos of Napoleonic warfare. Sharpe's unshakeable loyalty to his men, his contempt for incompetent officers, and his instinct for battlefield survival make him one of the most enduring heroes in historical fiction. This gripping tale of greed, courage, and desperate strategy captures a pivotal moment in the Peninsular War and cements Sharpe's reputation as a soldier who gets results by any means necessary. Whether you are a longtime fan or a newcomer, this novel delivers an unforgettable slice of military history reimagined as thrilling fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrilling, meticulously researched Napoleonic War adventure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNinth book in Bernard Cornwell's globally bestselling Sharpe series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-paced plot combining military strategy with personal drama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new UK paperback edition, perfect for collectors and new readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks well as a standalone read or as part of the wider series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal gift for fans of historical and war fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBernard Cornwell is one of the world's most celebrated historical novelists, renowned for his meticulous research and gripping storytelling. Best known for creating Richard Sharpe, the fearless British Army officer at the centre of the Napoleonic War series, Cornwell has sold tens of millions of books worldwide. His works have been adapted for television, most notably the long-running Sharpe series starring Sean Bean. Cornwell continues to write bestselling historical fiction spanning centuries of British history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Sharpe Novel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePacked with authentic period detail, relentless tension, and Sharpe's trademark grit, this instalment delivers everything fans expect: danger, strategy, and an unforgettable hero fighting against the odds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Image shown is for illustrative purposes; you will receive the UK paperback edition with the ISBN as stated above.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bernard Cornwell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58302414619006,"sku":"SNG24198","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/sharpes-gold-bernard-cornwell-paperback-cover.webp?v=1793537256"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/collections\/sharpe-series.oembed","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}