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Wings of Glory: A USS Enterprise Naval Adventure Novel
There’s a super storm brewing out in the Pacific… one that will change the course of history forever…
After three successful raids on Japanese outposts, the men and pilots of USS Enterprise are ready to get out there and hit Tojo once more. However, something dark and dangerous lies on the horizon… but before they face that storm, the U.S. Navy and Army has a delivery to make… right to Hirohito’s front porch!
U.S. Army Air Corps Lt. Colonel James Doolittle has assembled a squadron of B-25 bombers and has a message to send to Tokyo. However, only the U.S. Navy can get him close enough… and when they do, Japan will realize that they can no longer hide across the sea.
Meanwhile, the Pacific war heats up. After an indecisive clash in the Coral Sea, Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto has something major up his sleeve… a huge fleet of carriers, warships and transports is headed for a tiny flyspeck in the middle of the ocean… and whoever controls Midway Atoll will control the war.
Thanks to the round the clock efforts of the Ultra crypto team, Admiral Nimitz has been forewarned about where and when the mighty Kido Butai will attack. Now he scrambles to get Enterprise, Hornet and a wounded Yorktown ready to sail and meet the Japanese fleet head on. When the two combatants meet, the results will be bloody, decisive and there can be only one victor…
Engines roar, guns blaze and bomb blasts echo across time in this titanic clash of the world’s mightiest navies!
After three successful raids on Japanese outposts, the men and pilots of USS Enterprise are ready to get out there and hit Tojo once more. However, something dark and dangerous lies on the horizon… but before they face that storm, the U.S. Navy and Army has a delivery to make… right to Hirohito’s front porch!
U.S. Army Air Corps Lt. Colonel James Doolittle has assembled a squadron of B-25 bombers and has a message to send to Tokyo. However, only the U.S. Navy can get him close enough… and when they do, Japan will realize that they can no longer hide across the sea.
Meanwhile, the Pacific war heats up. After an indecisive clash in the Coral Sea, Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto has something major up his sleeve… a huge fleet of carriers, warships and transports is headed for a tiny flyspeck in the middle of the ocean… and whoever controls Midway Atoll will control the war.
Thanks to the round the clock efforts of the Ultra crypto team, Admiral Nimitz has been forewarned about where and when the mighty Kido Butai will attack. Now he scrambles to get Enterprise, Hornet and a wounded Yorktown ready to sail and meet the Japanese fleet head on. When the two combatants meet, the results will be bloody, decisive and there can be only one victor…
Engines roar, guns blaze and bomb blasts echo across time in this titanic clash of the world’s mightiest navies!
- GenresHistoryWorld War II
260 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 15, 2023
About the author
Scott W. Cook
49 books48 followersA full-time author who lives in Florida's sunshine, Scott W. Cook is and has always been a lover of good stories. When he's not hard at work composing new tales, Scott loves the Florida lifestyle - sailing, surfing, kayaking, fishing and if you can throw in a great waterside bar and grill and good tunes, you'll find a happy man!
As a voracious reader, Scott loves an engaging story… and as a voracious writer, his passion is capturing your interest and keeping a satisfied smile on your face!
Scott has a wide variety of writing passions and there’s something for everyone. His Florida private detective series is loaded action, suspense and will put a smile on your face, too. His multiple WWII series take you back to one of the most extraordinary times in history and brings it to life through vibrant scenes and entertaining characters.
And if you, like Scott, have a sweet tooth for horror… then you’ll love his short story collections, his Immortal Dracula series as well as other goodies to tantalize and raise the gooseflesh! And that’s just the beginning.
To learn more visit Scott at his website. Peruse his catalogue and grab a free sample when you join the crew:
www.scottwcook.com
As a voracious reader, Scott loves an engaging story… and as a voracious writer, his passion is capturing your interest and keeping a satisfied smile on your face!
Scott has a wide variety of writing passions and there’s something for everyone. His Florida private detective series is loaded action, suspense and will put a smile on your face, too. His multiple WWII series take you back to one of the most extraordinary times in history and brings it to life through vibrant scenes and entertaining characters.
And if you, like Scott, have a sweet tooth for horror… then you’ll love his short story collections, his Immortal Dracula series as well as other goodies to tantalize and raise the gooseflesh! And that’s just the beginning.
To learn more visit Scott at his website. Peruse his catalogue and grab a free sample when you join the crew:
www.scottwcook.com
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November 17, 2023
Great dialogue, but needs an editor and a historian
All of Mr.Cook’s book have great pacing and dialogue, but his ignorance of basic points of US naval history is regrettable. Roger Mehle was a naval hero; his name was not Mealy. Flight controls are on yokes, not yolks. Nobody in the 1940’s said EMCON - they barely knew what radar was. And nobody - nobody - who knew Bill Halsey called him Bull - a nickname from the press that Halsey despised - except Douglas MacArthur. These avoidable errors keep me from giving five stars, because Mr. Cook’s book are enjoyable, readable, and written with great admiration for the Big E and the men who sailed on her. It’s just a shame that with a little care, these errors could be avoided.
All of Mr.Cook’s book have great pacing and dialogue, but his ignorance of basic points of US naval history is regrettable. Roger Mehle was a naval hero; his name was not Mealy. Flight controls are on yokes, not yolks. Nobody in the 1940’s said EMCON - they barely knew what radar was. And nobody - nobody - who knew Bill Halsey called him Bull - a nickname from the press that Halsey despised - except Douglas MacArthur. These avoidable errors keep me from giving five stars, because Mr. Cook’s book are enjoyable, readable, and written with great admiration for the Big E and the men who sailed on her. It’s just a shame that with a little care, these errors could be avoided.
December 25, 2023
Hey fellow bookworms! 📚✨ So, I just took a wild ride through "Wings of Glory: A USS Enterprise Naval Adventure Novel" by Scott Cook, and let me tell you, it was like stepping into a time machine right into the heart of World War II! 🕰️🌊
Picture this: the USS Enterprise, a bunch of fearless pilots, and a storm brewing in the Pacific that's about to rewrite history. 🌪️💥 After three epic raids on Japanese outposts, these brave souls are gearing up for another round with Tojo. But hold up, there's something dark and dangerous on the horizon, and before they face that storm, there's a special delivery to Hirohito's front porch! 🎁✈️
Enter U.S. Army Air Corps Lt. Colonel James Doolittle, a squadron of B-25 bombers, and a message Tokyo can't ignore. The collaboration between the U.S. Navy and Army is like a strategic dance, and I'm here for it! 💃🤝 And as the Pacific war heats up, a colossal Japanese fleet is heading for Midway Atoll. The suspense is real, my friends! 🚢⚓
The author, Scott Cook, throws in some historical gems and spins a tale with engines roaring, guns blazing, and bomb blasts echoing across time. It's like a blockbuster movie in book form! 🍿🎬
Now, I didn't give this book the full detective treatment, but even from my quick skim, I got hooked! 🎣 As a wannabe historical fiction author from Israel 🇮🇱, I'm soaking up inspiration from the genre's maestros, and this book was no exception. It's like a crash course in naval heroism with a side of adrenaline. 📚🚢
The community reviews are a mixed bag, like a potluck of opinions. Some folks are vibing with the pacing and dialogue, while others are putting on their historian hats and pointing out details. It's like a book club debate, and I'm loving it! 🤓📖
In a nutshell, "Wings of Glory" is a rollercoaster of history, heroism, and heart. If you're into gripping storytelling and a front-row seat to World War II drama, this book is your golden ticket. Grab a copy, dive in, and let the adventure begin! 🌟🚀
July 6, 2024
The Battle of Midway is one of the seminal events in WWII. James Doolittle's flight is one of the most heroic stories coming out of WWII. As this book focuses on both these events you would think the author would easily have a slam dunk. Wings of Glory should be an interesting and exciting account of the bravery and heroism of the men of the armed forces fighting in the Pacific theatre.
Unfortunately this book is a dud. It is simply a series of conversations between the fighting men. Conversations that are embarrassingly juvenile and peppered with an assortment of locker room jokes fit only for teenagers. It is so banal that I had to rewind several times because my mind was drifting through the narration.
And while I declare my complete ignorance of the stress pilots endure, especially in the midst of aerial bombardment and fighting, I simply cannot believe these pilots would be constantly exchanging one-liners and guffawing at each other while focusing on the target and dropping 1000+ pound bombs.
This book does not do justice to the bravery and accomplishments of the armed forces during WWII. This is the first and last of Scott Cook's books I will purchase.
Unfortunately this book is a dud. It is simply a series of conversations between the fighting men. Conversations that are embarrassingly juvenile and peppered with an assortment of locker room jokes fit only for teenagers. It is so banal that I had to rewind several times because my mind was drifting through the narration.
And while I declare my complete ignorance of the stress pilots endure, especially in the midst of aerial bombardment and fighting, I simply cannot believe these pilots would be constantly exchanging one-liners and guffawing at each other while focusing on the target and dropping 1000+ pound bombs.
This book does not do justice to the bravery and accomplishments of the armed forces during WWII. This is the first and last of Scott Cook's books I will purchase.
December 6, 2023
Historically accurate.
That time in American history should never be forgotten or glossed over. Had these brave men and, in some cases, boys not answered the call this world would be in worse shape than it already is. The US Pacific fleet rose from the ashes of Dec, 7 1941 and crushed the Imperial Japanese armed forces at a terribly high cost. The USS Enterprise keeps rising and building on the legacy of the Enterprise name. Even now a new Enterprise is under construction ai NNSDC, VA. Enterprise ushered in the time of Nuclear powered Aircraft Carriers and was the only one of her class. The WWII Big ‘E’ was a formidable ship with a crew to match, both brown shoe and black shoe.
That time in American history should never be forgotten or glossed over. Had these brave men and, in some cases, boys not answered the call this world would be in worse shape than it already is. The US Pacific fleet rose from the ashes of Dec, 7 1941 and crushed the Imperial Japanese armed forces at a terribly high cost. The USS Enterprise keeps rising and building on the legacy of the Enterprise name. Even now a new Enterprise is under construction ai NNSDC, VA. Enterprise ushered in the time of Nuclear powered Aircraft Carriers and was the only one of her class. The WWII Big ‘E’ was a formidable ship with a crew to match, both brown shoe and black shoe.
July 4, 2025
At the 50% point in the book the Big “E” is enroute with the fleet to the Battle of Midway. I can usually take small errors in a novel but this one has Admiral Spruance addressing the entire crew over the 1MC that Ultra has intercepted a message about the four IKN carriers….
At no point in the war was Ultra discussed beyond a small circle of staff. To make that mistake made the entire book unreadable.
At no point in the war was Ultra discussed beyond a small circle of staff. To make that mistake made the entire book unreadable.
November 20, 2023
the story continues: Doolittle raid and Midway
Scott Cook writes great historical fiction. His template is outstanding on its own, but the life he gives his characters, interacting with known participants and the dialogue is the best. Hard to tell fiction from fact.
Highly recommend
Scott Cook writes great historical fiction. His template is outstanding on its own, but the life he gives his characters, interacting with known participants and the dialogue is the best. Hard to tell fiction from fact.
Highly recommend
August 29, 2025
A readable reminder
This is a unique take for me on the Battle of Midway. I have read most of the nonfiction book, kept up with the Battle of Midway Roundtable, my father knew some of the participants. For those with similar backgrounds you know the story and watch how it is played out. A few minor errors, but overall a good refresher.
This is a unique take for me on the Battle of Midway. I have read most of the nonfiction book, kept up with the Battle of Midway Roundtable, my father knew some of the participants. For those with similar backgrounds you know the story and watch how it is played out. A few minor errors, but overall a good refresher.
November 17, 2023
Historical
Many have read numerous accounts and stories about this battle and the heroes involved. Scott Cook has given us another of his great books about a subject not forgotten by most Americans. Great read.
Many have read numerous accounts and stories about this battle and the heroes involved. Scott Cook has given us another of his great books about a subject not forgotten by most Americans. Great read.
November 20, 2023
Another account of the Battle of Midway
First I would not have liked to be on a torpedo bomber or a submarine with torpedoes that constantly malfunctioned! We as a nation can never honor enough the courage and sacrifice demonstrated by our service men and women heroes!
First I would not have liked to be on a torpedo bomber or a submarine with torpedoes that constantly malfunctioned! We as a nation can never honor enough the courage and sacrifice demonstrated by our service men and women heroes!
June 9, 2025
good book
Scott Cook details the Battle of Midway. The characters we’ve met before take us thru the fantastic events of the brutal day when many from both the US and Japan died. A decisive battle for WWII
Scott Cook details the Battle of Midway. The characters we’ve met before take us thru the fantastic events of the brutal day when many from both the US and Japan died. A decisive battle for WWII
November 23, 2023
Shallow characters. Rushed story. In a hurry Mr. Cook?
December 10, 2023
Super read
A wonderful depiction of a hard time in US history. It made a reader feel as if he were a participant. Would recommend the novel to anyone.
A wonderful depiction of a hard time in US history. It made a reader feel as if he were a participant. Would recommend the novel to anyone.
December 18, 2023
History Revealed
Another great read by Scott Cook. WWII Naval air and sea action in a narrative story brings it to life. But the history lives
on and the debt can never be paid.
Another great read by Scott Cook. WWII Naval air and sea action in a narrative story brings it to life. But the history lives
on and the debt can never be paid.
January 11, 2024
USS Enterprise
A gripping tale of warfare aboard a aircraft carrier in the Pacific during WW2 Very good story gelling Hope you agree with me
A gripping tale of warfare aboard a aircraft carrier in the Pacific during WW2 Very good story gelling Hope you agree with me
February 2, 2024
Battle of Midway
Seeing the battle as a historical fictional with the latest data made for a great read. Great mix of different characters and historical detail.
Seeing the battle as a historical fictional with the latest data made for a great read. Great mix of different characters and historical detail.
April 9, 2024
Help me find it in my library!
Want to read this book again! That should be taken as a full compliment to the author. I read the second book first and can't remember what I read.
Want to read this book again! That should be taken as a full compliment to the author. I read the second book first and can't remember what I read.
April 15, 2024
Pretty darn good book.
A familiar tale, fictionalized and well told. Author would benefit from better editing. I.e., canon is not cannon. Bad editing can be insufferable.
A familiar tale, fictionalized and well told. Author would benefit from better editing. I.e., canon is not cannon. Bad editing can be insufferable.
April 26, 2024
Another hit
This was a wonderful story, a little truth, a little fiction. I look forward to the next book in the series.
This was a wonderful story, a little truth, a little fiction. I look forward to the next book in the series.
April 26, 2024
Good account
Presents an excellent account of facts not readily disclosed in motion pictures. Looking forward to another historical novel about Naval operations in the Pacific.
Presents an excellent account of facts not readily disclosed in motion pictures. Looking forward to another historical novel about Naval operations in the Pacific.
May 17, 2024
Great
As an amateur historian and defense industry executive, this author recreates the history faithfully is man of his works. Highly recommended 👍
As an amateur historian and defense industry executive, this author recreates the history faithfully is man of his works. Highly recommended 👍
December 12, 2024
Midway
Enjoyed book very much,kept in suspense as the battle to sink the Japanese carriers though knowing history I knew they would get them
Enjoyed book very much,kept in suspense as the battle to sink the Japanese carriers though knowing history I knew they would get them
June 27, 2025
good book
Another Good Book in the USS ENTERPRISE Naval Adventure Series. It was easy to follow and an exciting read and I have already downloaded Book # 4 Wings of Valor.
Another Good Book in the USS ENTERPRISE Naval Adventure Series. It was easy to follow and an exciting read and I have already downloaded Book # 4 Wings of Valor.
October 10, 2025
Book 3
Good book showing us the struggles that the Americans had in the war. Many Americans went to there death during what had to be done in this war.
Good book showing us the struggles that the Americans had in the war. Many Americans went to there death during what had to be done in this war.
December 14, 2025
Continuing a great series.
Like the first two, this book delivers. It was a fun read and provided some historical perspective too. On to the next one!
Like the first two, this book delivers. It was a fun read and provided some historical perspective too. On to the next one!
June 27, 2024
A lively and compelling narrative about early and important US response to the Japanese attacks in the Pacific
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