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Wings of Vengeance: A USS Enterprise Naval Adventure Novel
There is a price to be paid for treachery… and the balance is due in flame!
The United States is reeling from the terrible shock of December 7, 1941. In one terrible day, the nation finds itself at war while tending to a horrific wound. While the Navy scrambles to piece together its shattered fleet, one man and his carrier burn with a desire to wreak a terrible vengeance on the Empire of Japan.
Vice-Admiral William “Bull” Halsey refuses to take Yamamoto’s attack lying down. He convinces Admiral Nimitz that the only response to Japan’s attack must be a swift and terrible one. With fire in her heart and a bone in her teeth, USS Enterprise races to sea to become the instrument of Halsey’s fury. Along with her four squadrons of fighters, torpedo planes and bombers, the mighty E is primed to deliver a hard lesson to America’s foes.
In the Marshal Islands, at the atolls of Kwajalein and Maloelap, hundreds of Enterprise’s aircraft fall upon the Japanese Navy in wave after wave of aerial devastation. Hitting multiple targets hard and fast, Halsey delivers a clear and unmistakable We will rain destruction upon you from the sky and nowhere will be safe!
From the Marshals, Enterprise makes a surprise visit to Wake Atoll where the Japanese have captured the base and the pan-Am facilities. Then they hit Marcus Island, an outpost only 1,300 miles from Hirohito’s doorstep… and this is only the beginning. Join the heroic men of the Big-E as she wheels across the pacific and begins introducing Tojo to the hardest lesson of all – mess with us and we’ll come for you!
Planes roar through the sky, guns blazing and bombs pepper the tropics in this latest WWII thriller.
The United States is reeling from the terrible shock of December 7, 1941. In one terrible day, the nation finds itself at war while tending to a horrific wound. While the Navy scrambles to piece together its shattered fleet, one man and his carrier burn with a desire to wreak a terrible vengeance on the Empire of Japan.
Vice-Admiral William “Bull” Halsey refuses to take Yamamoto’s attack lying down. He convinces Admiral Nimitz that the only response to Japan’s attack must be a swift and terrible one. With fire in her heart and a bone in her teeth, USS Enterprise races to sea to become the instrument of Halsey’s fury. Along with her four squadrons of fighters, torpedo planes and bombers, the mighty E is primed to deliver a hard lesson to America’s foes.
In the Marshal Islands, at the atolls of Kwajalein and Maloelap, hundreds of Enterprise’s aircraft fall upon the Japanese Navy in wave after wave of aerial devastation. Hitting multiple targets hard and fast, Halsey delivers a clear and unmistakable We will rain destruction upon you from the sky and nowhere will be safe!
From the Marshals, Enterprise makes a surprise visit to Wake Atoll where the Japanese have captured the base and the pan-Am facilities. Then they hit Marcus Island, an outpost only 1,300 miles from Hirohito’s doorstep… and this is only the beginning. Join the heroic men of the Big-E as she wheels across the pacific and begins introducing Tojo to the hardest lesson of all – mess with us and we’ll come for you!
Planes roar through the sky, guns blazing and bombs pepper the tropics in this latest WWII thriller.
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146 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 4, 2023
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May 4, 2023
Historical Accurate Account of Enterprise Action immediately following Pearl Harbor
Not only accurate, but personalized with actual Heroes stories. Even found one I don't see so often - JIMMY DANIELS, who as an Ensign flew into the Pearl Harbor attack, landed safely, and continued his career to Command The USS TICONDIROGA CVA14 during the early buildup of the Vietnam War in 1961. Was a very competent Skipper & Tough when he needed to be.
Several other historical Heroes also that have been included in numerous novels & battles.
Best early battle coverage I've read. More publicized battles follow, but those are different stories.
Not only accurate, but personalized with actual Heroes stories. Even found one I don't see so often - JIMMY DANIELS, who as an Ensign flew into the Pearl Harbor attack, landed safely, and continued his career to Command The USS TICONDIROGA CVA14 during the early buildup of the Vietnam War in 1961. Was a very competent Skipper & Tough when he needed to be.
Several other historical Heroes also that have been included in numerous novels & battles.
Best early battle coverage I've read. More publicized battles follow, but those are different stories.
April 19, 2023
Great Missions
Scott Cook does it again. These stories of the carrier Enterprise and her crew, have truth with occasional fiction to be amazed at the brave fighting men of World War II as well as be part of the on going series of Art Turner, Marine Raiders and all the other characters Scott has introduced and continues to entertain us with. Exciting, well written fast paced, at times you cheer and others you get that lump in your throat. Look forward to another book in this series as well as all the others Scott Cook writes.
Scott Cook does it again. These stories of the carrier Enterprise and her crew, have truth with occasional fiction to be amazed at the brave fighting men of World War II as well as be part of the on going series of Art Turner, Marine Raiders and all the other characters Scott has introduced and continues to entertain us with. Exciting, well written fast paced, at times you cheer and others you get that lump in your throat. Look forward to another book in this series as well as all the others Scott Cook writes.
June 21, 2024
excellent
I’ve read lots of other books about pilots in WW2. This is one of the best. I appreciated the accuracy and detail in his description of the Enterprise, the pilots and their aircraft, and the events of the war in the Pacific at that time. I’ve always enjoyed the opportunity to get to know the people involved by reading historical fiction. There is nothing like connecting with the past through the characters created by an author. I am looking forward to reading other books by Scott Cook.
I’ve read lots of other books about pilots in WW2. This is one of the best. I appreciated the accuracy and detail in his description of the Enterprise, the pilots and their aircraft, and the events of the war in the Pacific at that time. I’ve always enjoyed the opportunity to get to know the people involved by reading historical fiction. There is nothing like connecting with the past through the characters created by an author. I am looking forward to reading other books by Scott Cook.
June 3, 2023
Tales of the Enterprise
In WW2, no ship earned more stars than the carrier Enterprise. This story follows the first hit & run raids on the Micronesian Islands in early 1942. Although fictionized, the characters & air groups follow the actual individual’s involved. It’s a true example of the Greatest Generation in the USN.
In WW2, no ship earned more stars than the carrier Enterprise. This story follows the first hit & run raids on the Micronesian Islands in early 1942. Although fictionized, the characters & air groups follow the actual individual’s involved. It’s a true example of the Greatest Generation in the USN.
July 16, 2023
This is the second book in the USS Enterprise naval adventures series. It covers the period between December 7, 1941, and the upcoming Battle of Midway. Admiral Halsey takes the carrier into the central Pacific and launches several attacks on Japanese held islands, thereby giving the country something to cheer about as it recovers from the shock of the attack on Pearl Harbor.
July 25, 2023
Completely different from the who done it books
A learning experience. Much to be said about ww 2, the brave men and women that died fighting for our country. War is just plain crazy. Well written!
Rock on!
A learning experience. Much to be said about ww 2, the brave men and women that died fighting for our country. War is just plain crazy. Well written!
Rock on!
August 13, 2023
Brave WWII pilots
Descent story, but dialogue is sophomoric and not credible. Pilots simply did not engage in the sort of silly banter described. Character development is on the thin side.
Descent story, but dialogue is sophomoric and not credible. Pilots simply did not engage in the sort of silly banter described. Character development is on the thin side.
September 25, 2023
I thought both books were compelling and highly educational about the events of the early days of the war in the Pacific; however, at the end of Wings of Vengeance, I was left thinking what's next. I wanted more and, therefore, I was disappointed. I'm hoping that there will be at least another book on this subject.
December 21, 2023
Interesting read, history of Enterprise ops early in WW 2.
The early operations of our carriers at the beginning of WW2 are usually lightly covered in most books. It was very interesting to read of these early operations. I'm looking forward to reading the third in the series.
The early operations of our carriers at the beginning of WW2 are usually lightly covered in most books. It was very interesting to read of these early operations. I'm looking forward to reading the third in the series.
February 10, 2024
Too much money, not enough book.
It was a good read as are all Scott's books. The problem was that it was too short! I would not have minded, but TBE price was too high for a short book...
It was a good read as are all Scott's books. The problem was that it was too short! I would not have minded, but TBE price was too high for a short book...
April 13, 2023
a great second book in the series
After Pearl Harbor and before the Doolittle raid, what was the Enterprise doing? This novel fills in the blanks.
Recommend
After Pearl Harbor and before the Doolittle raid, what was the Enterprise doing? This novel fills in the blanks.
Recommend
May 4, 2023
Good read but light on content
Interesting story, but left me wanting more. Could have benefited from more character development. A few more details would have helped as well.
Interesting story, but left me wanting more. Could have benefited from more character development. A few more details would have helped as well.
June 7, 2023
great story
I am a plank owner of the Nuke Enterprise CVA(N) 65. The ships wheel and bell were from the WWII Big “E”. Good story gripping and real.
I am a plank owner of the Nuke Enterprise CVA(N) 65. The ships wheel and bell were from the WWII Big “E”. Good story gripping and real.
June 18, 2023
The Big E
I was in the Navy and like books about the Navies stories which bear some amount of truth to them.
I was in the Navy and like books about the Navies stories which bear some amount of truth to them.
July 8, 2023
Another good WW2 story
Not a bad tale but seemed kind of short. Gonna have to lay off this author for a few books.
Not a bad tale but seemed kind of short. Gonna have to lay off this author for a few books.
July 20, 2023
Good read
The story was well presented and factual. Enjoy looking at a life many of us will never see. Happy for that in some ways. Sad for that in other ways.
The story was well presented and factual. Enjoy looking at a life many of us will never see. Happy for that in some ways. Sad for that in other ways.
September 9, 2023
The Lucky E
I learned some new to me information about Naval aircraft flown in WW2. A simple grease pencil line made such a difference in navigation!
I learned some new to me information about Naval aircraft flown in WW2. A simple grease pencil line made such a difference in navigation!
October 28, 2023
A good WW 2 air action
This was naval air action, off a carrier in the very beginning of World War two, The writing is rather elemental, but Interesting.
This was naval air action, off a carrier in the very beginning of World War two, The writing is rather elemental, but Interesting.
November 22, 2023
The author, obviously, has never served min the US Navy
April 9, 2024
Good story
Excellent read for WWII enthusiasts. Interesting array of characters. Enjoyed the different perspectives and personalities of the pilots and their stories
Excellent read for WWII enthusiasts. Interesting array of characters. Enjoyed the different perspectives and personalities of the pilots and their stories
August 3, 2023
Great story based on historical events. Good, honest historical basis. Descriptions of carrier operations authentic- I say as a former naval aviator. Great story telling!
April 26, 2024
Action-oriented without much of a fictional storyline
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