P. T. Deutermann’s previous novels of the US Navy in World War II – Pacific Glory, Ghosts of Bungo Suido, and Sentinels of Fire – have been acclaimed by reviewers and readers for their powerful drama and authentic detail.In The Commodore, the Navy in 1942-1943 is fighting a losing battle against Japan for control of the Solomon Islands. Vice Admiral William “Bull” Halsey is tasked to change the … Halsey is tasked to change the course of the war. Halsey, a maverick, goes on the offensive and appoints a host of new destroyer commanders, including a wild-card named Harmon Wolf. An American Indian from a Minnesota reservation, Wolf has never fit in with the traditional Navy officer corps. But under Halsey, Wolf’s aggressive tactics and gambling nature bring immediate results, and he is swiftly promoted to Commodore of an entire destroyer squadron.
What happens next will change Wolf’s life, career, and the fate of his ships forever. An epic story of courage, disaster, survival, and triumph that culminates in the pivotal battle of Vela Gulf, The Commodore is a masterful novel of an unlikely military hero.
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Book was outstanding! As a retired destroyer man I found the terminology and order sequence spot on. We owe our Pacific sailors of WWII our deepest respect and gratitude.
Bravo Zulu to the author and his book!
Excellent WWII naval war in Pacific. Historical fiction from a master writer.
I am a retired Navy Destroyer and this was a great read for me, even though it was a little before my time. The operation of the tin cans was a great read. I have been looking for a move like this for a long time.
Great read
loved this book! If you have any interest in World War ll, it will keep you riveted.
Haven’t quite finished it yet, but it is so good I feel wonderful recommending it to anyone; with even the slightest interest in WWll.
This is not the first book i have read by this author, and I was searching for another one when i found this one. I love the way this author writes.
A rip-roaring World War II action adventure. The author displays knowledge of naval warfare and keeps the story moving realistically.
Good read. WWII
Fast paced excitement!
Good, solid WW2 naval warfare novel. Not for everyone, but if you like novels of military action, you’ll enjoy this a lot. Historically and technically accurate.