The Rose of Winds

The mid-19th century. Captain Lieutenant Nevelskoy embarks on an expedition to the Far East with a single goal: to determine whether the mouth of the Amur River is navigable. The presence of a shipping channel will accelerate cargo transportation and... strengthen the influence of the Russian Empire in distant territories, in disputed areas with China. The transport "Baikal," under the command of Gennady Ivanovich Nevelskoy, sails under a neutral flag; the real purpose of its mission is unknown even to those closest to him. The crew of the "Baikal" faces a challenging journey through seas, oceans, and land. Full of dangers, but leading to a feat.
The "Rose of Winds" is a strong alloy of real historical events, portraits of those who forged the Russian Empire, and a work of art. It is an author's perspective on the Amur Expedition, preceding the words: "Where the Russian flag has been raised, it must not be lowered."
This is a historical-adventure novel that encompasses maritime expanses, political intrigues, the Smolny Institute for Noble Maidens, young cadets, runaway convicts, a one-eyed cat undeterred by any storm, and much more. The "Rose of Winds" is a tribute to Russian naval officers.