Breaking Strain - Softcover

Prior, Chris

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1438981007 ISBN 13: 9781438981000

Publisher: AuthorHouse, 2009

Synopsis

Rob Wilson is run down by a malfunctioning freighter as he pilots his restored tugboat on its maiden voyage around Vancouver Island in British Columbia. The collision destroys his boat and the life of Imogen his close friend who is trapped as it sinks. In surviving Rob learns of Imogen's family relationship with Lord East, the chairman of the shipping company which owns the freighter. Lord East persuades Rob to help him tackle the Syndicate, a shadowy group of businessman who are putting the reputation of his shipping group at risk by using it as a front to run poorly maintained ships for profit. He comes up against Hugo Bromberg an ambitious and ruthless high-flier, who tries violently to pin the blame for the collision on Rob before the court of enquiry meets in Vancouver. Rob discovers that the Syndicate are using their ships for a more sinister purpose which pitches him into danger as they attempt to prevent him from disclosing his knowledge at the enquiry. The ensuing dramatic fight for justice and restitution brings Rob both risk and love as the real enemy is finally revealed.

About this title

About the Author

Chris Prior spent six years at sea in the 1970's when post-war cargo ships were being replaced by containerization. As such he caught the last days of traditional seafaring. After studying at both Southampton and Nottingham Universities, Chris became a member of the Baltic Exchange in London. He has worked with a range companies from around the world. Chris is a frequent writer and has published a number of technical articles and books. He has acted as visiting lecturer at several universities and has also broadcast on radio. Chris lives with his family in Kent and spends his spare time farming.

Edition details

• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1438981007
• ISBN 13: 9781438981000
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 400