Sharpe's Company

Sharpe's Company is the third novel in Bernard Cornwell's acclaimed Sharpe series, set during the Napoleonic Wars. As the British army prepares to besiege the fortress of Badajoz, Richard Sharpe is demoted and stripped of his men by a new commander, only to be drawn into a deadly game with the sadistic and treacherous Sergeant Hakeswill.

Amidst the smoke of the Peninsular War, Sharpe must fight his way back to command while uncovering the truth about his past and the woman he loves. Cornwell's trademark gritty military detail and tense pacing make this installment a standout in the saga.