Allan Mallinson, born in 1949, is an English author primarily known for his extensive and long-running series of historical novels centered around the fictional British Army officer, Matthew Hervey. Serving as a retired British Army officer himself, Mallinson draws heavily on his military background and deep knowledge of military history to craft detailed and immersive narratives spanning the late Napoleonic Wars through colonial conflicts. His writing style is characterized by a strong sense of realism, meticulous attention to detail, and a focus on the lives of soldiers and officers within the context of historical battles and campaigns.



















