The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder
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When was the book 'The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder' published?

  • May 24, 2023
  • April 18, 2023 (correct)
  • July 24, 2023
  • June 18, 2023

    • What is the focus of the book 'The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder'?

  • The life at sea in the Royal Navy
  • The Wager Mutiny (correct)
  • The sinking of HMS Wager
  • The history of European imperialism

    • Which best-seller list did the book top in its first week of publication?

  • Amazon's best-seller list for historical nonfiction
  • The New York Times best-seller list in the nonfiction category (correct)
  • The Guardian's best-seller list for maritime history
  • Barnes & Noble's best-seller list for adventure books

    • Which review described the book as 'a brisk, absorbing history and a no-brainer for fans of the author's suspenseful historical thrillers'?

    <p>Kirkus Reviews</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'The Wager' was still at what position on The New York Times best-seller list 24 weeks after its first week at #1?

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