Counterparts
Counterparts by Jim McDaniel, published by iUniverse in 2002, is a fictional narrative that delves into the complexities of war and intercultural dynamics. The story follows Major Jake Thorpe as he investigates a murder in Quang Tin Province, facing obstacles from his new superior, Lt. Colonel King, and the corrupt Province Chief, Colonel Biet. The novel intertwines this investigation with the personal struggles of Sgt. Mark Fellogese, a radio operator who navigates a love affair with Co Li, a woman caught between her affections and familial obligations.
Readers will find a portrayal of the Vietnam War that emphasizes both the challenges of military operations and the intricacies of human relationships. The narrative aims to entertain while providing insights into a unique historical context, drawing from the author’s personal experiences and official Pentagon documents to enhance its realism. With 484 pages, this edition offers a comprehensive exploration of action and adventure within a backdrop of conflict and cultural differences.
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Major Jake Thorpe is assigned to Quang Tin Province to investigate a murder. The investigation is tangled and thwarted by Lt. Colonel King, Jake’s unscrupulous new boos; by Colonel Biet, the corrupt Province Chief; and by the perplexing problems of war and intercultural differences.Concurrently, Sgt. Mark Fellogese, a radio operator in the US tactical operations center, has a love affair with Co Li, who is torn between her love for Mark and her duty to her father. The climax is explosive and inevitable.This novel is not intended to be a “pro-Vietnam” book, or an “anti-Vietnam” book. The odds are high that that this book will not change the already held opinions of any reader. Counterparts is fictional and its purpose is to entertain! However, readers who were not over there during this most interesting time of our history may well find a different perspective than one they had held before, for the advisory war was indeed different, even unique!The author employs his own experiences in Vietnam and official Pentagon historical documents to ensure realism, credibility and the warmth of the Vietnamese people.
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