Fortune's Turmoil - Softcover

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1st July 1916. Battle of the Somme. Amid the deafening roar of artillery and the relentless assault of machine-gun fire, 140,000 British soldiers surge across no-man's-land. At the forefront, Sergeant Fortunatus Berriman of the Somerset Light Infantry charges ahead, driven not by duty or camaraderie, but by a burning desire for revenge. His target: 2nd Lieutenant Richardson, his commanding officer and sworn nemesis. Through the chaos and carnage, Fortunatus is single-minded in his mission—nothing will deter him, not even the German army. The fog of war provides the perfect backdrop for a reckoning that has been long in the making.

In Fortune’s Turmoil, historian and battlefield tour guide D G Baulch meticulously reconstructs the brutal reality of World War I, from the stormy training grounds of Aldershot in 1915, through the fierce Battle of Loos, and culminating in the harrowing first day of the Battle of the Somme. With vivid descriptions and painstaking detail, the author brings to life the conditions, weaponry, and sheer scale of mechanical slaughter that defined the era.

Beyond the battlefield, the novel delves deep into the psychological and spiritual turmoil of war. Through the eyes of Sergeant Berriman, readers explore the haunting aftermath of conflict—a soldier torn between duty and vengeance, grappling with the loss of a comrade, and battling inner demons of morality, class, and faith.

Fortune’s Turmoil is more than a historical novel; it is an immersive experience that captures the relentless grit and profound human cost of World War I. Perfect for history enthusiasts and readers who crave authenticity and emotional depth in their war narratives.

★★★★★ “A cracking psychological drama that follows Fortune Berriman, a soldier of Empire, on his slide into emotional and mental turmoil in the mud, blood and death of the WW1 trenches. Surrounded by other damaged souls, he becomes obsessed in taking revenge on a particular officer despite the mortal danger to his platoon, an action which will haunt him for the rest of his days.” - Jon Gliddon, Author of Break in Communication, Mud Blood & Bayonet and The Forbidden Zone.

★★★★★ "I enjoyed reading “Fortune's Turmoil” by an exceptionally talented writer, D.G. Baulch who, in my opinion, is highly gifted with an exceptional ability to describe scenes and characters as if the story was taking place right before your eyes. As I read this the story, I felt the events unfolding were rising out of the book displaying all in a spectacular movie.
To me, it was clear the author put in a great deal of time and effort researching the events and aspects of World War I. The back of the book features his background showing his vast knowledge about the war. In addition to the intelligent portrayal of events, I thought he wrote eloquently with a deep clarity that captivated me. I liked the pace of the story, the intense action, the unexpected twists and turns, all which kept my interest as I felt this story was a pleasure to read. All in all, in my opinion, I felt this was professionally written by a brilliant author who knows very well how to craft a suspenseful, thrilling, highly emotional, and action-packed story. Highly recommended!” - #1 Amazon bestseller of Brilliant Screen-Free Stuff to Do With Kids and Fast Guide to the Rules of Golf: A Handy Reference Effective 2020.

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