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USS Stonewall Jackson #7
The Kraken Strike
Few people can say that they started a war, but Park Myeong could.
The young woman sent a desperate message across the demilitarized zone separating North Korea from South Korea. Working at North Korea’s Defense Ministry, she’d learned of secret plans that she knew must be leaked to the outside world.
Kim Jong-un, leader of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, faces his worst nightmare: a coup. To counter the betrayal of his trusted advisors, he appeals to the downtrodden ordinary people who’ve been indoctrinated from an early age to regard him as God-like. He brings the people together against their common and long-hated enemy: Japan. Kim hatches his nuclear plans.
But Park Myeong’s message has been heard. With a grim inevitability, South Korea, China and the USA find themselves unwillingly drawn into the conflict. Can Japan’s people be spared mass death by the Dear Leader’s folly?
At his forward base in Guam, USN Commander Nathan Blake first hears the bugle call. The USS Stonewall Jackson slips her moorings, sets sail, and glides into the dark depths. Her destination is north, towards Fate knows what?
Follow Nathan and his crew into the depths of the Kraken’s lair.
The young woman sent a desperate message across the demilitarized zone separating North Korea from South Korea. Working at North Korea’s Defense Ministry, she’d learned of secret plans that she knew must be leaked to the outside world.
Kim Jong-un, leader of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, faces his worst nightmare: a coup. To counter the betrayal of his trusted advisors, he appeals to the downtrodden ordinary people who’ve been indoctrinated from an early age to regard him as God-like. He brings the people together against their common and long-hated enemy: Japan. Kim hatches his nuclear plans.
But Park Myeong’s message has been heard. With a grim inevitability, South Korea, China and the USA find themselves unwillingly drawn into the conflict. Can Japan’s people be spared mass death by the Dear Leader’s folly?
At his forward base in Guam, USN Commander Nathan Blake first hears the bugle call. The USS Stonewall Jackson slips her moorings, sets sail, and glides into the dark depths. Her destination is north, towards Fate knows what?
Follow Nathan and his crew into the depths of the Kraken’s lair.
252 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 15, 2020
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About the author
Stephen Makk
24 books29 followersStephen Makk is the author of 20 books, including the bestselling USS Stonewall Jackson Series and The Tom Hilton Series. He mainly writes thrillers about technology and the military, with hints of romance. His protagonists are male and female, playing the imperfect hands they’re dealt.
How to write like a Makk… Take the mind of a fish, any fish (he’s an experienced diver). Add an engineer, simmer for years. Sprinkle on liberal helpings of strategist, astronomer, historian and anthropologist. Bring to the boil and let loose. You need some Makk on your bookshelf!
How to write like a Makk… Take the mind of a fish, any fish (he’s an experienced diver). Add an engineer, simmer for years. Sprinkle on liberal helpings of strategist, astronomer, historian and anthropologist. Bring to the boil and let loose. You need some Makk on your bookshelf!
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August 2, 2020
Great story, but...
While I enjoyed the story, the book is badly in need of an editor! The book is rife with bad punctuation, wrong punctuation, and lack of punctuation. Quote marks are simply left out. Run on sentences, and even complete lack of sentence structure complete the package. Next time, give me a holler.
While I enjoyed the story, the book is badly in need of an editor! The book is rife with bad punctuation, wrong punctuation, and lack of punctuation. Quote marks are simply left out. Run on sentences, and even complete lack of sentence structure complete the package. Next time, give me a holler.
March 25, 2023
Another good read
As a Navy retiree, there are always issues with books about the Navy. Unless things have changed since I retired in 2014, we don't call female officers "Sir". There was one point in the story where Kaminski was called " ma'am", and I thought the correction was in, but she was called "sir" again in the next encounter.
I don't believe SEALs have he rank of "operator". They, like all kids grade enlisted are petty officers. Also, they're Sailors, not Soldiers, just like the rest of the Navy personnel.
The Commandant of the Marine Corps is a general, just like the other heads of service, minus the CNO. That, and naming them all off each time the JCS got together, was annoying.
I realize these and my other comments are largely things only a member of the military would care about, but I suspect that is a large part of the audience for this series.
I hope any future books use a military advisor. I hereby volunteer. 😁
As a Navy retiree, there are always issues with books about the Navy. Unless things have changed since I retired in 2014, we don't call female officers "Sir". There was one point in the story where Kaminski was called " ma'am", and I thought the correction was in, but she was called "sir" again in the next encounter.
I don't believe SEALs have he rank of "operator". They, like all kids grade enlisted are petty officers. Also, they're Sailors, not Soldiers, just like the rest of the Navy personnel.
The Commandant of the Marine Corps is a general, just like the other heads of service, minus the CNO. That, and naming them all off each time the JCS got together, was annoying.
I realize these and my other comments are largely things only a member of the military would care about, but I suspect that is a large part of the audience for this series.
I hope any future books use a military advisor. I hereby volunteer. 😁
August 14, 2020
An All Too Real Scenario
I enjoyed this book immensely. The author painted a picture of what can happen in the near term as North Korea attacks an allie. What would be our response, given that China has vowed to protect North Korea? This book is full of fast action, harrowing dilemmas, and unbelievable courage. I couldn't put this book down. I recommend that you buy this book.
I enjoyed this book immensely. The author painted a picture of what can happen in the near term as North Korea attacks an allie. What would be our response, given that China has vowed to protect North Korea? This book is full of fast action, harrowing dilemmas, and unbelievable courage. I couldn't put this book down. I recommend that you buy this book.
July 2, 2021
Not one of this author best
It was to much flourish and lack of reality, having served and knowing others who have as well, many of . . the various conversations were stilted and unreal. Decisions of the national and military were haphazard and number of woman in high profile positions unrealistic
It was to much flourish and lack of reality, having served and knowing others who have as well, many of . . the various conversations were stilted and unreal. Decisions of the national and military were haphazard and number of woman in high profile positions unrealistic
June 28, 2020
I love stories about submarines. I gave 5 stars to his precious books but this one is so poorly edited, it's hard to read in some places. Sentences that don't make sense. Misspelled words and on and on.
Editing can make or break a book and it broke this one.
Editing can make or break a book and it broke this one.
August 21, 2020
Great stories Mr. Makk! My only suggestion: get a proofreader. I have read all his books and enjoy them! Mr. Makk, if you need a proofreader, I am all yours. Keep up these great novels.
Rev. David Kobak, ofm
p.s. looking forward to your next book.
Rev. David Kobak, ofm
p.s. looking forward to your next book.
March 27, 2022
Good hunting sailor.
Another great military adventure by Mr. Makk. Down to earth, spell binding description of undersea combat with a bit of special ops thrown in. Military storytelling of the first order.
Another great military adventure by Mr. Makk. Down to earth, spell binding description of undersea combat with a bit of special ops thrown in. Military storytelling of the first order.
May 30, 2022
The most action yet !
A thrilling read about submarine warfare that has you on the edge of your seat. Existing technology and some near future technology adds to this great read. Well developed characters, excellent plot, will have you unable to put this book down !
A thrilling read about submarine warfare that has you on the edge of your seat. Existing technology and some near future technology adds to this great read. Well developed characters, excellent plot, will have you unable to put this book down !
March 23, 2023
the best one
The author is developing. Multiple plot lines and realistic action. This one was the best as it was indeed a page turner. He’s also making the books longer which is appreciated. Good job.
The author is developing. Multiple plot lines and realistic action. This one was the best as it was indeed a page turner. He’s also making the books longer which is appreciated. Good job.
July 6, 2024
Another good adventure with the USS SJ
Once again, Nathan and Nikki go on a rampage with the USS Stonewall Jackson, this time in the Far East. Good action as always. Highly recommend the whole series.
Once again, Nathan and Nikki go on a rampage with the USS Stonewall Jackson, this time in the Far East. Good action as always. Highly recommend the whole series.
July 18, 2020
Outstanding
Another Outstanding Book in the Series. I cannot wait for Book 8 to become available. This was another hard to put down Book.
Another Outstanding Book in the Series. I cannot wait for Book 8 to become available. This was another hard to put down Book.
October 16, 2020
Submarines
Good stories, well worth reading. Would like to know are there any more of the series? I hope there will be.
Good stories, well worth reading. Would like to know are there any more of the series? I hope there will be.
November 15, 2021
Procedure question
Why did the Stone wall Jackson have to snorkel to charge the battery? Isn't it a nuke boat and generates all the electricity it nerds?
Why did the Stone wall Jackson have to snorkel to charge the battery? Isn't it a nuke boat and generates all the electricity it nerds?
October 15, 2023
What a great book
I greatly enjoyed reading Stephen Makk's book seven . I look forward to book eight. So much combat action. I love his submarine stories , you will too.
I greatly enjoyed reading Stephen Makk's book seven . I look forward to book eight. So much combat action. I love his submarine stories , you will too.
May 4, 2024
They keep getting bettet
Stephen Mail hit another one out of the park. The story of the USS Stonewall Jackson continues. Bring them on!
Stephen Mail hit another one out of the park. The story of the USS Stonewall Jackson continues. Bring them on!
December 6, 2024
Improbable op
The SEAL cave operation was thrilling to read! Such a comp!ex air/sea battle plan to follow made a real page turner!
The SEAL cave operation was thrilling to read! Such a comp!ex air/sea battle plan to follow made a real page turner!
June 29, 2022
Another winner.
The imagery is perfect. The technology is amazing, and isn't too close to dream World. The players are portrayed as dedicated and human as always. It's fun from start to finish.
The imagery is perfect. The technology is amazing, and isn't too close to dream World. The players are portrayed as dedicated and human as always. It's fun from start to finish.
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