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Pacific Thunder: A WWII Military Fiction Novel
The dust hasn’t even settled… and already another fuse is lit…
Reeling from a bloody clash with the Japanese, the Marines on Guadalcanal must lick their wounds and push ahead. Imperial Japan wants the island back, and thousands of soldiers are pouring onto Guadalcanal’s shores. With new leaders ravenous for blood, another massive battle looms close over the horizon.
Al Decker and his Raiders have returned from their arduous but successful mission to destroy a Japanese airfield. Upon their return, however, they step into the middle of a tense and even more dangerous conflict… and to no one’s surprise, must ready themselves for a new and deadly mission.
HQ and General Vandegrift know that unless the Matanikau River valley can be secured, tens of thousands of enraged Japanese could overrun the Marine perimeter at any time. Reeling from their recent clash, Colonels Edson and Puller must assemble a larger and better supported strike force. The push across the Matanikau and bloody Tojo’s nose and make it impossible for the Imperial Japanese Army to pass.
Meanwhile, Decker and his Raiders must penetrate deep into Japanese territory. Their gather vital intelligence and establish a forward observation post. Yet like the battalions along the Matanikau, Decker and his men are marching straight into a deadly battle… because an old enemy is out for blood.
Can the Marines hold the line and cork Hirohito’s bottle? Can Decker and his team beat back an enemy they don’t even know is stalking them? Rifles crack and artillery thunders in this gripping WWII combat thriller!
Reeling from a bloody clash with the Japanese, the Marines on Guadalcanal must lick their wounds and push ahead. Imperial Japan wants the island back, and thousands of soldiers are pouring onto Guadalcanal’s shores. With new leaders ravenous for blood, another massive battle looms close over the horizon.
Al Decker and his Raiders have returned from their arduous but successful mission to destroy a Japanese airfield. Upon their return, however, they step into the middle of a tense and even more dangerous conflict… and to no one’s surprise, must ready themselves for a new and deadly mission.
HQ and General Vandegrift know that unless the Matanikau River valley can be secured, tens of thousands of enraged Japanese could overrun the Marine perimeter at any time. Reeling from their recent clash, Colonels Edson and Puller must assemble a larger and better supported strike force. The push across the Matanikau and bloody Tojo’s nose and make it impossible for the Imperial Japanese Army to pass.
Meanwhile, Decker and his Raiders must penetrate deep into Japanese territory. Their gather vital intelligence and establish a forward observation post. Yet like the battalions along the Matanikau, Decker and his men are marching straight into a deadly battle… because an old enemy is out for blood.
Can the Marines hold the line and cork Hirohito’s bottle? Can Decker and his team beat back an enemy they don’t even know is stalking them? Rifles crack and artillery thunders in this gripping WWII combat thriller!
238 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 7, 2025
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About the author
Scott W. Cook
50 books42 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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May 9, 2025
Well written and a great read.
Once again a well written page turner. This series provides enjoyable reading with a glimpse of what had to be endured not just on Guadalcanal, but throughout the Pacific theater. I am not diminishing what soldiers ensured in the European theater, but it feels like the Pacific theater was more brutal physically and mentally though I way be way off on that assumption.
Once again a well written page turner. This series provides enjoyable reading with a glimpse of what had to be endured not just on Guadalcanal, but throughout the Pacific theater. I am not diminishing what soldiers ensured in the European theater, but it feels like the Pacific theater was more brutal physically and mentally though I way be way off on that assumption.
March 9, 2025
another bit of the Guadalcanal story
Grinding into fall the marines and Deckers Raiders fight on and prevail as the Japanese continue to attack.
These are just so well written, when you start prepare to be captivated.
Grinding into fall the marines and Deckers Raiders fight on and prevail as the Japanese continue to attack.
These are just so well written, when you start prepare to be captivated.
March 12, 2025
A Very Good Read, but flawed
The plotting and character development were excellent. The numerous misused homonyms, missing words in sentences, etc. reveal the weaknesses of self-edited writing. A spell-checker function isn’t enough.
The plotting and character development were excellent. The numerous misused homonyms, missing words in sentences, etc. reveal the weaknesses of self-edited writing. A spell-checker function isn’t enough.
July 5, 2025
Pacific Thunder
Maj Decker and his Marine Raiders are tasked with a scouting mission to find out what the Japanese are planning. Two Japanese soldiers that he has encountered before are out to get revenge on Decker and his Marine Raiders.
Maj Decker and his Marine Raiders are tasked with a scouting mission to find out what the Japanese are planning. Two Japanese soldiers that he has encountered before are out to get revenge on Decker and his Marine Raiders.
November 10, 2025
Scott Cook did not miss a step with Book 5. Decker is as engaging as ever; a leader to follow as a subordinate and as a reader. The exploration of Kawaguchi and Oka, Decker's antagonists was well done. What's next for the Marine Raiders? I am looking forward to it!
March 13, 2025
Awesome
Excellent as always keeps you intrigued
Decker and his men never fail as always hoping for more books in series
Excellent as always keeps you intrigued
Decker and his men never fail as always hoping for more books in series
March 18, 2025
good book
The fifth book in this series doesn’t disappoint in the telling of Guadalcanal. Putting names and detail to it gives us an interesting story. Recommend this one
The fifth book in this series doesn’t disappoint in the telling of Guadalcanal. Putting names and detail to it gives us an interesting story. Recommend this one
March 19, 2025
Behind the lines again.
Major Decker and his men will once again range far behind enemy lines and this time Lana and company will save his bacon.
Major Decker and his men will once again range far behind enemy lines and this time Lana and company will save his bacon.
April 7, 2025
Another great read looking forward to the next installment
April 16, 2025
Book 5
Last story in this,series, great books,for people who like ww2. The characters,were easy to like and the battles came alive on the pages.
Last story in this,series, great books,for people who like ww2. The characters,were easy to like and the battles came alive on the pages.
May 1, 2025
good read
Written to educate and engulf the reader of the horrendous conditions and the remarkable courage illustrated by the American soldiers, sailors, and Marines!
Written to educate and engulf the reader of the horrendous conditions and the remarkable courage illustrated by the American soldiers, sailors, and Marines!
May 2, 2025
Tough Marines
Lots of good action. Nice to have views from the Japanese side. Decker and his men are dauntless. Keep em coming.
Lots of good action. Nice to have views from the Japanese side. Decker and his men are dauntless. Keep em coming.
June 13, 2025
Good read!
June 26, 2025
Great read!
Puts you in the middle of the gruesome Guadacanal battles! Follow them on a Google map making it !more interesting!
Puts you in the middle of the gruesome Guadacanal battles! Follow them on a Google map making it !more interesting!
June 29, 2025
Great story line and SEMPER FI!!!
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