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Raiding Forces #14
Always So Few
The war in the Aegean heats up as Raiding Forces has completed its transition from gun jeeps to small boats. The SAS LRDG and the Greek Sacred Squadron are being transferred to Raiding Forces. A major reorganization is underway. Raiding Forces continues its anti-diamond smuggling activities in the Belgian Congo. The invasion of Salerno runs into trouble. Raiding Forces Ranger Task Force conducts a night drop behind enemy lines at Benevento, Italy. Meanwhile, Nazi Brandenburger Commandos have conducted a raid on Advanced Based Castelrozzo (ABC).
380 pages, Paperback
Published October 19, 2021
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Phil Ward
42 books86 followersPhil Ward is a decorated combat veteran commissioned at age nineteen. A former instructor at the Army Ranger School, he has had a lifelong interest in small unit tactics and special operations. He lives in Texas on a mountain overlooking Lake Austin.
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August 30, 2021
ANOTHER GEM-OF-A-STORY ABOUT W.W. II
I became a big fan of Phil Ward’s and his “Raiding Forces” series not that long ago. Luckily for me Books 1-13 were already out, and I was able to read all 13 books over two + weeks.
The exploits of COL John Randall and his “Raiding Forces” Company gives the readers of this series an excellent perspective of W.W. II. The planning, personnel and the implementation of actions taken against the Italian and German makes the reader feel like he’s right there next to COL Randall.
If you’ve never read a book chronicling W.W. II, the “Raiding Forces” is a great way to start. I’ve already gotten many of my friends and relatives - both male & female - hooked on COL John Randall and the “Raiding Forces” series.
I became a big fan of Phil Ward’s and his “Raiding Forces” series not that long ago. Luckily for me Books 1-13 were already out, and I was able to read all 13 books over two + weeks.
The exploits of COL John Randall and his “Raiding Forces” Company gives the readers of this series an excellent perspective of W.W. II. The planning, personnel and the implementation of actions taken against the Italian and German makes the reader feel like he’s right there next to COL Randall.
If you’ve never read a book chronicling W.W. II, the “Raiding Forces” is a great way to start. I’ve already gotten many of my friends and relatives - both male & female - hooked on COL John Randall and the “Raiding Forces” series.
December 12, 2022
Too bad there are no half stars
This is #14 in an educational and very interesting series. The book picks up speed and interest in its last chapters. The pleasure of this series is real.
Despite the labor of reading 14 books in a series, this book could easily merit four stars. However, 14 volumes of repeating tropes (?), is probably 11 too many. Two word paragraphs: Jack Cool. So many meetings. Almost all meetings are introduced with a list of fully named attendees and most of those lists include the various military decorations awarded to each of the listed. If there were half star ratings, this volume would get 3.5 stars.
Having stated the above gripes and the very real and repetitious drags on the narrative presented by each, I am pleased and pulled to proceed with #15, released less than three weeks ago.
This is #14 in an educational and very interesting series. The book picks up speed and interest in its last chapters. The pleasure of this series is real.
Despite the labor of reading 14 books in a series, this book could easily merit four stars. However, 14 volumes of repeating tropes (?), is probably 11 too many. Two word paragraphs: Jack Cool. So many meetings. Almost all meetings are introduced with a list of fully named attendees and most of those lists include the various military decorations awarded to each of the listed. If there were half star ratings, this volume would get 3.5 stars.
Having stated the above gripes and the very real and repetitious drags on the narrative presented by each, I am pleased and pulled to proceed with #15, released less than three weeks ago.
November 26, 2025
This book had some disturbing parts. One that comes to
mind is that the brass calling the shots on the Salerno landing seemed clueless. Then the massive airdrop of all those patatroopers. Why the pilots of those planes did not have navigators is a mystery, but when it is found out that the paratroopers were dumped far away from the DZ, it makes me feel for the jumpers who had to deal with whatever and wherever they landed, some 100 miles from where they were supposed to have landed. Mind boggling! This should have been a disaster! Im looking forward to the next book, so I can find out!
mind is that the brass calling the shots on the Salerno landing seemed clueless. Then the massive airdrop of all those patatroopers. Why the pilots of those planes did not have navigators is a mystery, but when it is found out that the paratroopers were dumped far away from the DZ, it makes me feel for the jumpers who had to deal with whatever and wherever they landed, some 100 miles from where they were supposed to have landed. Mind boggling! This should have been a disaster! Im looking forward to the next book, so I can find out!
August 23, 2021
Yep
Another book in a long line of very solid books. If you have enjoyed raiding forces so far ( let’s be honest this is book 14 so of course) then you will truly enjoy this one as well. Middles a tad draggy but the books fast paced so it isn’t too painful. Love the ending, can’t wait for the next one.
Another book in a long line of very solid books. If you have enjoyed raiding forces so far ( let’s be honest this is book 14 so of course) then you will truly enjoy this one as well. Middles a tad draggy but the books fast paced so it isn’t too painful. Love the ending, can’t wait for the next one.
June 5, 2022
Hit And Run
This series is the most enjoyable I have ever read. The characters are real. Each is different and their stories are great follow. Phil Ward not only writes a great book but teaches many well known tactics as you read each chapter. Easy to see the Ranger come out in his writting. Extremely well done and I cannot wait for the next book!
This series is the most enjoyable I have ever read. The characters are real. Each is different and their stories are great follow. Phil Ward not only writes a great book but teaches many well known tactics as you read each chapter. Easy to see the Ranger come out in his writting. Extremely well done and I cannot wait for the next book!
August 21, 2021
Wow!!!!
Phil continues in his raiders series with another outstanding book. Got it today and finished it today. People who love history and great story telling read this series
Great job Phil
Phil continues in his raiders series with another outstanding book. Got it today and finished it today. People who love history and great story telling read this series
Great job Phil
October 28, 2021
Exellente
I have been waiting forever for this to continue on man was it worth it. I could not put this dow. My only complaint... Over too soon. Can't wait to see where you go with several of these plot lines. Liked seeing Mr. King open up a little bit more please.
I have been waiting forever for this to continue on man was it worth it. I could not put this dow. My only complaint... Over too soon. Can't wait to see where you go with several of these plot lines. Liked seeing Mr. King open up a little bit more please.
November 11, 2021
Another great read!
I have read all 14 of Phil Ward's Raiding Forces books. They bring an accurate behind the sends look at Worked War II from the men who made it happen, foot workers and officers alike. Can't wait for Book 15.
I have read all 14 of Phil Ward's Raiding Forces books. They bring an accurate behind the sends look at Worked War II from the men who made it happen, foot workers and officers alike. Can't wait for Book 15.
November 23, 2021
Continued excellence
The raiding forces are switching from desert fighting to island hopping along with trying to support an incompetent command structure in the 5th Army. Two new Generals are added to the mix so great adventure and fast paced
The raiding forces are switching from desert fighting to island hopping along with trying to support an incompetent command structure in the 5th Army. Two new Generals are added to the mix so great adventure and fast paced
January 14, 2022
Good series
This book is #14 in the series and is excellent as expected. Now to watch for #15.
Phil Ward is excellent at historical fiction. Try him out, he may become you favorite author.
This book is #14 in the series and is excellent as expected. Now to watch for #15.
Phil Ward is excellent at historical fiction. Try him out, he may become you favorite author.
July 12, 2022
The few and the forgotten
This was an excellent read. Couldn't put it down.has humor, intriguing, and drama. Interesting characters and historical events. I would highly recommend. Wow😀
This was an excellent read. Couldn't put it down.has humor, intriguing, and drama. Interesting characters and historical events. I would highly recommend. Wow😀
August 16, 2022
Excellent story on WW II and of the brave and fearless fighters of the USA and the UK!!
Each book is filled with excitement, humor, friendship and camaraderie!!
I'd tell my family and friends about this WWII story!!
Can't wait till the next book is published!!
Each book is filled with excitement, humor, friendship and camaraderie!!
I'd tell my family and friends about this WWII story!!
Can't wait till the next book is published!!
August 25, 2021
Super book!
Great read. Enjoyed the action and characters. Realistic history. Hoping for next installment soon. Mr. Ward is a great author.
Great read. Enjoyed the action and characters. Realistic history. Hoping for next installment soon. Mr. Ward is a great author.
August 29, 2021
EXCELLENT
Now I hope it doesn’t take us a year to find out what happens to Lady Jane
PLEASE AND THANK YOU SUH!
Now I hope it doesn’t take us a year to find out what happens to Lady Jane
PLEASE AND THANK YOU SUH!
September 4, 2021
I love the series!
An excellent example of writing. It keeps you glued to your reading position. One hell of a plot twist at the end!
An excellent example of writing. It keeps you glued to your reading position. One hell of a plot twist at the end!
September 12, 2021
Another great edition to the series.
Exciting adventure from for the group of characters from the series. Can’t wait for the next book to be available.
Exciting adventure from for the group of characters from the series. Can’t wait for the next book to be available.
September 16, 2021
Excellent
Excellent writing an storyline Keeping the bar set hi as with all the rest of the series Can't wait for the next book. Introduction of new characters was done flawlessly.
Excellent writing an storyline Keeping the bar set hi as with all the rest of the series Can't wait for the next book. Introduction of new characters was done flawlessly.
September 20, 2021
Still the best
I’ve read all 14. Each one is better than the last. I absolutely hate it when I come to the end of one of these. It just takes too long for the next one to come out.
I’ve read all 14. Each one is better than the last. I absolutely hate it when I come to the end of one of these. It just takes too long for the next one to come out.
September 30, 2021
WWII
Well written, well plotted and well executed. These books are fun and enjoyable reads. Old school honor with tough men and real women.
Well written, well plotted and well executed. These books are fun and enjoyable reads. Old school honor with tough men and real women.
October 23, 2021
Another action packed raiding book.
Always a fun read. This chapter has all the twists and turns that the series is noted for.I can never get enough of this stuff
Always a fun read. This chapter has all the twists and turns that the series is noted for.I can never get enough of this stuff
December 3, 2021
Super!!!
Have read all 14. Moving on to the next one. Thoroughly enjoying this series. Hope there is more to come!!!
Have read all 14. Moving on to the next one. Thoroughly enjoying this series. Hope there is more to come!!!
February 28, 2022
Excellent series if you like WWII stories.
May 7, 2022
Just another superior novel from Ward
Liked the description of tactics and the personal stories woven throughout. Ward has a great style and I cannot wait for his next novel
Liked the description of tactics and the personal stories woven throughout. Ward has a great style and I cannot wait for his next novel
June 11, 2022
Best
Best I have read in 60 years. They are all so good😃😃, I keep waiting for the next in the series
Best I have read in 60 years. They are all so good😃😃, I keep waiting for the next in the series
June 12, 2022
rip roaring WWII novel
Excellent battle field commentary with a great storyline. Thoroughly enjoying this series. John Randall makes for a great hero for all.
Excellent battle field commentary with a great storyline. Thoroughly enjoying this series. John Randall makes for a great hero for all.
June 16, 2022
Excellent, as always!
I have been following this series since the first installment. My only issue? What will I do after Col Randal wins the war?
I have been following this series since the first installment. My only issue? What will I do after Col Randal wins the war?
July 2, 2022
WWII why African battles meaningful
Loved the whole series because easy to understand how kicking Romney out was so vital. Great characters too! Easy read.
Loved the whole series because easy to understand how kicking Romney out was so vital. Great characters too! Easy read.
October 19, 2022
Forever fan of Phil Ward
I loved the whole series so far. I love his writing, you can visualize the scenes. On to the next one #15.
I loved the whole series so far. I love his writing, you can visualize the scenes. On to the next one #15.
August 30, 2023
The heroes continue to do well.
Even though the jump was not well thought out the fighters did well against the enemy. How to win by using their training nearly perfectly.
Even though the jump was not well thought out the fighters did well against the enemy. How to win by using their training nearly perfectly.
July 9, 2024
A super novel
I enjoy this author immensely. He gets his messages across in succinct but entertaining fashion. I hope he does mire.
I enjoy this author immensely. He gets his messages across in succinct but entertaining fashion. I hope he does mire.
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