Blue at the Mizzen [SEP] series
Blue at the Mizzen
The novel Blue at the Mizzen is the twentieth and last completed historical novel in the Aubrey-Maturin series by Patrick O'Brian, first published in 1999. It is set after the Napoleonic wars, in the fight for Chilean independence from Spain.
Aubrey and Maturin, having heard the details of Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo and having collected their share of the prize from their last capture, set sail for the dual mission of charting the Chilean coast and aiding those who seek independence from Spain. Maturin
hoisting his broad pennant as Rear Admiral of the Blue at the River Plate, blue at the mizzen, aboard HMS "Implacable". Carrera arrives with a message saying it will take three more months to complete the payments, releasing Aubrey from his responsibility to the Chileans. He accepts his promotion and sets course for the Strait of Magellan.
Characters.
"See also Recurring characters in the Aubrey–Maturin series"
- Jack Aubrey: Post Captain of HMHV Surprise, promoted to a Rear Admiral of the Blue