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In this novel of pulp espionage, the author, Scott Shaw, takes the reader deep into the realms of Asia -- presenting the sights and sounds of the environment in a manner that can only be truly depicted by a writer who has lived the experiences and knows the region. This first-person, graphically explicit tale, follows a reluctant protagonist as he travels from his home in Southern California, recruited by a dubious faction of the United States government, to handle an operation that no one else would touch. Expendable, was the key phrase in his recruitment. Chalked full of unexpected plot twists, this action-packed novel follows the lead characters as he transverses the realms of lust, love, anger, until he finally embraces the pure emotion of self-sacrifice -- seeking only to save the female agent who was sent with him on the mission. Publishers Weekly says, "Gripping... This is not your grandfather's spy novel." ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Infantry Magazine, published by U.S. Army Infantry School on August 1, 2009. The length of the article is 1877 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Jump start your professional reading program: a six pack of books for platoon leaders.(PROFESSIONAL FORUM)(Recommended readings)
Author: Scott Shaw
Publication: Infantry Magazine (Magazine/Journal)
Date: August 1, 2009
Publisher: U.S. Army Infantry School
Volume: 98Issue: 4Page: 45(2)

Article Type: Recommended readings

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