Under Attack

by Patrick Clay

ISLAND MASSACRE!

When Sergeant James Hawk's Marine battalion gets wiped out by Japanese submarines off the war-torn province of New Guinea, he—cut off from all hope—boldly takes command, knowing that survival means locating and destroying the deadly base.

Driving through wild and dense forests swarming with Japanese soldiers and vicious savages, his mission becomes a bloody one. The fatalities are high, and the air strikes relentless. But as a wounded Hawk pushes on, he begins to realize…this is only the beginning.

Will Hawk prevail over all the hell war has to offer before his ultimate and final battle?

259 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1981

About the author

Patrick Clay was born a fifth generation Texas in Galena Park, Texas, and graduated fifth in his class from St. Thomas High School. He operated a locksmith shop while attending law school, and graduated magna cum laude and fourth in his class from South Texas College of Law. While waiting for the bar results, he began writing, and started Sgt. Hawk in February 1977. A well-known New York agent expressed interest and presented it to publishers, also put it into consideration for a television movie. It finally sold to Leisure Books in 1978, and three more books followed through 1982. The author began a solo law practice and gave up writing. After fourteen years, he went to work for the federal government as an attorney, where he stayed for another thirty years. The podcast, Paperback Warrior, rekindled his interest in Sgt. Hawk and some old Sgt. Hawk manuscripts. Wolfpack Publishing reprinted the original series, as well as several new installments. Patrick’s father was a disabled veteran, who served in the South Pacific during World War II. Six uncles also fought in the South Pacific, and Patrick was named after one of them who served on a U. S. Navy destroyer with four battle stars. Another uncle was at Pearl Harbor when it was attacked in 1941.

Reviews

[Robert W Waterman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good novel

Enjoyed this latest tale. A different world exists in places and only through well written novels will most of us get to experience them.

[Donadee's Corner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hey there, fellow War & Military readers! This is the review for bk 3 of the Sgt. Hawk series.

In SGT. HAWK #3: 'UNDER ATTACK,' we find ourselves amid a gripping tale set against the backdrop of World War II. When Sergeant James Hawk's Marine Battalion gets wiped out by Japanese submarines off the war-torn province of New Guinea, he's left cut off from all hope. But rather than succumbing to despair, Hawk boldly takes command, knowing survival means locating and destroying the deadly enemy base. The mission takes him through wild and dense forests swarming with Japanese soldiers and vicious savages. The stakes are high, and the air strikes are relentless. As a wounded Hawk pushes forward, he begins to realize that this is only the beginning of his harrowing journey. Will he prevail over all the hell war has to offer before facing his ultimate and final battle? With 249 pages of heart-pounding action, 'UNDER ATTACK' delivers an exciting and visceral experience for fans of military thrillers. Patrick Clay's writing immerses readers in the chaos and danger of war, making this installment a must-read for those who crave adrenaline-fueled adventures. If you're ready for a gritty, violent war tale with twists and turns, dive into the world of Sgt. James Hawk as he fights against overwhelming odds in a battle for survival.

*Note: The Sgt. Hawk series includes a total of 7 books, each offering its own unique blend of action, suspense, and intrigue.

• ASIN: B0B3ZWGW66
• Publisher: Rough Edges Press
• Publication Date: 7/12/2022
• File Size: 3707 KB
• Print Length: 292 pages
• Genre: Historical World War II Fiction, War & Military Action Fiction,