A great action book with a wonderful love story! This historical fiction saga begins with a crisis in the life of Homer Harris before World War Two. Difficult legal events are presented and evil is overcome with the help of many good people. Challenging experiences at the U.S. Naval Academy prepare Homer for a decisive role in the Merchant Marine and the U.S. Navy. Pearl Harbor changes everything when the American and German storylines merge during a desperate sea battle. You can feel the action with incredibly creative soldiers and sailors responding to leadership that will propel Homer from Ensign to America's youngest Admiral. The story leads you through interesting developments that include Australia, India, England, the Coca-Cola Company, financial institutions, and the military industrial complex. Two fine women appreciate Homer's faith character, kindness, and courage. One will become his bride at a White House wedding with President Roosevelt as best man. This captivating story will take you on a journey into the past that will resonate until the very end, keeping you up turning pages until you are finished.
Don Girvan graduated from Georgia State University, where he edited the award-winning Georgia State Signal newspaper during his senior year. He also established a community paper called Plantation Times in Atlanta. After graduation, he was commissioned Second Lieutenant Armor serving as a Tank Platoon Leader, Armored Cavalry Troop Commander, and Aide to the Commanding General U.S. Army Alaska, Information Officer for Yukon Command, publishing the award-winning Yukon Sentinel. His last assignment was Editor of the Bayonet at Fort Benning. He was awarded the Army Commendation Medal and decided, upon leaving the Army as a Captain, that he preferred a career in chemical manufacturing with Celanese Corp. After six jobs with Celanese, he founded ProTeam Products, manufacturing a commercially successful line of swimming pool chemicals in the USA and Europe. He holds five U.S. chemical patents and a number of foreign patents. Don retired, following the acquisition of ProTeam by Haviland Consumer Products, and lives with his wife and best friend, Patty, in a home that they built on the St. Johns River near St. Augustine, Florida.
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Enjoyable, quick read! Don Girvan, an accomplished short article writer, draws one in masterfully to his new book, weaving a historical tale of times remembered. A departure from the harshness of our world today. Friends and family will welcome your thoughtfulness. Jack Manilla, Author, Secrets of the Pink House, from Salt Water to Holy Water.
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Fiction with very accurate, and insightful tie-ins to actual historical events, and places. Cleverly, the woven story unfolds, and gripped my attention on multiple levels! Hope to see more books in the future from this author, Don Girvan!
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Excellent enjoyable reading. Could not put it down.
Excellent enjoyable reading. Could not put it down.
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Broadside presents an exciting fictional (but believable) account ...
Broadside presents an exciting fictional (but believable) account of Homer Harris' successful rise to the rank of Admiral. Yes, the good guy wins, despite many obstacles! The reader will enjoy reading Broadside while
appreciating the historical events of World War II.
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Intriguing, stimulating read. a sequel anyone?
Intriguing, stimulating read. a sequel anyone?
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A great read! Can’t put the book down.
A great read! Can’t put the book down. If you are into great historical fiction books this one is for you. Well done from cover to cover.
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