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The Heat of Battle: A War Story
PFC Clemens wasn't ready for the hell of the Pacific...but nobody asked him...
Thrust into an amphibious landing against a heavily defended speck of an island somewhere in the Pacific, Private First Class Clemens doesn't have time for fear. With bullets cracking and mortar shells falling, he may not survive the first few seconds of combat, let alone the next few days. But along with his G.I. buddies, he'll do whatever it takes to stay alive.
Clemens not only survives, but thrives. His natural leadership skills put him in an unwanted position of authority. He only wants to survive, not lead men in combat, but Sergeant Burke doesn't care what he wants, he needs leaders.
This fast paced, gritty WWII novel will keep you glued to the pages until the final bullet.
Thrust into an amphibious landing against a heavily defended speck of an island somewhere in the Pacific, Private First Class Clemens doesn't have time for fear. With bullets cracking and mortar shells falling, he may not survive the first few seconds of combat, let alone the next few days. But along with his G.I. buddies, he'll do whatever it takes to stay alive.
Clemens not only survives, but thrives. His natural leadership skills put him in an unwanted position of authority. He only wants to survive, not lead men in combat, but Sergeant Burke doesn't care what he wants, he needs leaders.
This fast paced, gritty WWII novel will keep you glued to the pages until the final bullet.
141 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 16, 2025
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May 27, 2026
From being packed into the LVT to landing on the beach under fire, to cutting their way through the oppressive jungle, to clearing a cave of a tenacious enemy, this was a personal story of Clemens and his interaction with Sergeant Burke.
I have enjoyed Chris Glatte's earlier war novels. I was not disappointed with this new series. Tight writing, an eye and ear for for chaos, smothering fear, small triumphs over that fear, and the need to protect mates in the face of the horror. And, this story ends with a mystery of war and comradeship that transcends normal bounds of behavior and commitment –– an unusual and unexpected end.
I have enjoyed Chris Glatte's earlier war novels. I was not disappointed with this new series. Tight writing, an eye and ear for for chaos, smothering fear, small triumphs over that fear, and the need to protect mates in the face of the horror. And, this story ends with a mystery of war and comradeship that transcends normal bounds of behavior and commitment –– an unusual and unexpected end.
December 3, 2025
One damn hill!
This story follows one squad's battles, hardships, and sacrifice over a few days on a WW2 Pacific island. The author's authenticity in his storytelling is much appreciated. The ending gave me chills!
This story follows one squad's battles, hardships, and sacrifice over a few days on a WW2 Pacific island. The author's authenticity in his storytelling is much appreciated. The ending gave me chills!
October 19, 2025
Great story
You'll love the charactors. Marvelous ending, I wasn't expecting it.. Thank you for another wonderful book. Hope many more to come.
You'll love the charactors. Marvelous ending, I wasn't expecting it.. Thank you for another wonderful book. Hope many more to come.
December 26, 2025
Great book
I really enjoyed the book. It was a real page turner. I liked how the action kept moving forward then the surprise ending kicked in.
I really enjoyed the book. It was a real page turner. I liked how the action kept moving forward then the surprise ending kicked in.
January 26, 2026
Brief but well-done story about a young soldier coming of age under battle conditions.
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