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I Will Try: War of the Submarine: Book 4
Submariners who make history rarely come home.
Commander Alex Coleman was watching paint dry when World War III started. Everyone expected China to be the Big Bad, but while China was busy with their own civil war, India, France, and Russia started gobbling up prime territory on the ocean floor. Stealth being the best gig in warfare, submarines are at the forefront of this unexpected conflict. Enter USS Jimmy America’s oldest attack submarine.
Being contrary, unorthodox, and good at pissing admirals off got Alex sentenced to a sub meant for the breakers. His crew is assembled of rejects and misfits no one else wants, from the cowardly XO to the drunk sonar tech. The Navy prefers them all on the sidelines, and no one expects them to matter. But sometimes even the U.S. Navy forgets that the enemy gets a vote.
So, when his boat sets sail to escort Convoy 57 though an unimportant patch of the Indian Ocean, Alex anticipates another dull milk run. Not a battle no one can win. Missiles start raining down, and when their boring escort becomes an all-out firestorm, Alex and USS Jimmy Carter are all that stand between thousands of civilian refugees and an enemy armada. One ancient submarine against dozens of enemies makes for terrible odds...and even victory might end in death for Alex’s crew of rejects.
It’s the first real battle of Alex’s career. Does he have what it takes to save his crew from this fiery inferno?
Or will Alex Coleman and Jimmy Carter join the long list of the fallen?
Being contrary, unorthodox, and good at pissing admirals off got Alex sentenced to a sub meant for the breakers. His crew is assembled of rejects and misfits no one else wants, from the cowardly XO to the drunk sonar tech. The Navy prefers them all on the sidelines, and no one expects them to matter. But sometimes even the U.S. Navy forgets that the enemy gets a vote.
So, when his boat sets sail to escort Convoy 57 though an unimportant patch of the Indian Ocean, Alex anticipates another dull milk run. Not a battle no one can win. Missiles start raining down, and when their boring escort becomes an all-out firestorm, Alex and USS Jimmy Carter are all that stand between thousands of civilian refugees and an enemy armada. One ancient submarine against dozens of enemies makes for terrible odds...and even victory might end in death for Alex’s crew of rejects.
It’s the first real battle of Alex’s career. Does he have what it takes to save his crew from this fiery inferno?
Or will Alex Coleman and Jimmy Carter join the long list of the fallen?
613 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 27, 2024
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R.G. Roberts
13 books344 followersR.G. Roberts is the author of fantasy, military science fiction, and alternate history novels and serial fiction, currently publishing on Amazon and Kindle Vella.
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October 25, 2024
This was a great book - Really good story, believable characters, it kept on building until the end of the book. In a way I was disappointed to finish this one; I'd definitely liked to have a bit more on the fall-out from Convoy57 - Maybe that comes in the next book?
March 1, 2024
Absolutely awesome!
Couldn't finish this book quick enough. Wonderful continuation of War of the Submarine. My favourite so far of the series!
Couldn't finish this book quick enough. Wonderful continuation of War of the Submarine. My favourite so far of the series!
June 4, 2024
MOH Capt Alex
As all books in series the transition from one scene to the next was smooth and continuity was not lost. Humanizing the characters was exceptional. Those of us who completed a military career could relive many the the people interactions, some good and some not so good. Regardless the mission is a team exercise and when the "weak link" is shown the team suffers. The role and sacrifice s of the members and their families is well articulate d.
As all books in series the transition from one scene to the next was smooth and continuity was not lost. Humanizing the characters was exceptional. Those of us who completed a military career could relive many the the people interactions, some good and some not so good. Regardless the mission is a team exercise and when the "weak link" is shown the team suffers. The role and sacrifice s of the members and their families is well articulate d.
July 7, 2024
Incredible story, very well told
With 31 years in the service (6 in the Navy and 25 in the Air Force, Vet Nam followed years later with Desert Storm) I can't say enough about how well the author writes such realistic story's. Her service time has done her well and her stories shows both crews and their Officers as real people overcoming obstacles as only being in one of the services can do.
Congratulations on another well written book, looking forward to reading your next.
With 31 years in the service (6 in the Navy and 25 in the Air Force, Vet Nam followed years later with Desert Storm) I can't say enough about how well the author writes such realistic story's. Her service time has done her well and her stories shows both crews and their Officers as real people overcoming obstacles as only being in one of the services can do.
Congratulations on another well written book, looking forward to reading your next.
March 5, 2024
Outstanding Series
The whole series was outstanding but the this last work "I will Try" is special. I couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next one. You have a special talent for writing R.G. Roberts...please keep writing outstanding reads. My hat is off to you. Go NAVY!
The whole series was outstanding but the this last work "I will Try" is special. I couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next one. You have a special talent for writing R.G. Roberts...please keep writing outstanding reads. My hat is off to you. Go NAVY!
August 6, 2024
Outstanding
R.G.Roberts has presented us with an extremely well written novel showing extreme excitement and near tearful lows. The combat is amazing, the family and friends real to the reader. I have steered away from future military books but that was my mistake. Truly entertaining and fun read. I'm "On to the Next". Thanks R.G.Roberts!
R.G.Roberts has presented us with an extremely well written novel showing extreme excitement and near tearful lows. The combat is amazing, the family and friends real to the reader. I have steered away from future military books but that was my mistake. Truly entertaining and fun read. I'm "On to the Next". Thanks R.G.Roberts!
June 10, 2024
Some Great Naval Battles
Another good book in the series. As a former submariner my self I like the plot of these books. Still some missing words that cause me to reread sentences but the plots are good. Getting ready to read the next one!
Another good book in the series. As a former submariner my self I like the plot of these books. Still some missing words that cause me to reread sentences but the plots are good. Getting ready to read the next one!
June 29, 2024
GREAT ACTION
By far the best book of the series so far. Lots of action early on made me think the story would end before it did. But even after the combat action, the story was gripping right until the end. Looking forward to reading more in the series!
By far the best book of the series so far. Lots of action early on made me think the story would end before it did. But even after the combat action, the story was gripping right until the end. Looking forward to reading more in the series!
July 13, 2024
A terrific reading experience!!!
Ms. Roberts is a truly an outstanding storyteller that brought a perfect mix of adventure, humor and story satisfaction to this picky old veteran!!! Thank you for your service and these terrific reading moments!!
Ms. Roberts is a truly an outstanding storyteller that brought a perfect mix of adventure, humor and story satisfaction to this picky old veteran!!! Thank you for your service and these terrific reading moments!!
August 13, 2024
Highly recommend
Really well developed story with depth and meticulous detail. Has held me thoroughly engaged from start to finish. Great series of books. Cannot wait for the next installment.
Really well developed story with depth and meticulous detail. Has held me thoroughly engaged from start to finish. Great series of books. Cannot wait for the next installment.
March 8, 2025
Probably the best submarine book published.
One of the best written submarine book published in a long time! It was a pleasure to read about a commanding officer to take the time to finish going to the bottom twice and still making it home.
One of the best written submarine book published in a long time! It was a pleasure to read about a commanding officer to take the time to finish going to the bottom twice and still making it home.
March 3, 2024
Outstanding book/series. Great human interest, exciting battle scenes, plenty of tension and well written. Read it.
March 3, 2024
Can't wait for book 5!
An awesome story line that is written so you can actually feel like you are right there in the middle of combat!
An awesome story line that is written so you can actually feel like you are right there in the middle of combat!
March 7, 2024
great read
Liked the way RG Roberts wove the characters into the action. Great way to continue the series. Looking forward to the next book in the series
Liked the way RG Roberts wove the characters into the action. Great way to continue the series. Looking forward to the next book in the series
March 10, 2024
Holy cow!! What a story. This is a long book, but for the four days it took me to read it I felt emotionally involved with the crew. I highly recommend this
May 27, 2024
Good series.
Other than typos and a couple of technical errors, this is a good military series. I look forward to the next installment.
Other than typos and a couple of technical errors, this is a good military series. I look forward to the next installment.
July 16, 2024
Great sub story
Very good telling of subs during WWIII. Tells really well about what goes on in both surface and sub surface warfare
Very good telling of subs during WWIII. Tells really well about what goes on in both surface and sub surface warfare
July 27, 2024
Roberts is an amazing author
I have read a number of submarine based books and this series is by far the best. I think I have found a new favorite author!
I have read a number of submarine based books and this series is by far the best. I think I have found a new favorite author!
September 20, 2024
✔️
It’s a rush for aficionados of naval warfare subgenre novels, even if it belies reality. Fast read and good thriller.
It’s a rush for aficionados of naval warfare subgenre novels, even if it belies reality. Fast read and good thriller.
December 7, 2024
should be a movie
This book has everything it needs to be a blockbuster movie. As you read please imagine Danny Davito playing Admiral Rodriguez. He’d be fantastic.
This book has everything it needs to be a blockbuster movie. As you read please imagine Danny Davito playing Admiral Rodriguez. He’d be fantastic.
December 18, 2024
Great read
Loved it. A rare treat in this genre. Well written and the authors technical knowledge adds eat credibility. Anxiously awaiting the next installment
Loved it. A rare treat in this genre. Well written and the authors technical knowledge adds eat credibility. Anxiously awaiting the next installment
February 14, 2025
Riveting
Best book in the series so far.
Couldn't put the book down. Read it in 4 days!
Wow wow wow
Best book in the series so far.
Couldn't put the book down. Read it in 4 days!
Wow wow wow
September 12, 2025
Very enjoyable. Couldn't put it down.
December 31, 2025
Get Read
Even though set in future , it was a gripping read. Very life like.❤ Great Read for military buffs. Thanks.
Even though set in future , it was a gripping read. Very life like.❤ Great Read for military buffs. Thanks.
January 13, 2026
Great
Another Great Book in the war of the submarine Series. A very exciting read, that was easy to follow. I have already downloaded, Fortune Favorsthe bold.
Another Great Book in the war of the submarine Series. A very exciting read, that was easy to follow. I have already downloaded, Fortune Favorsthe bold.
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