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The Nugget

By: P. T. Deutermann
Narrated by: John Pruden
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A novice naval aviator grows into a hero in this gripping and authentic WWII adventure by a master storyteller.

Lieutenant Bobby Steele, USN, is a fresh-faced and eager naval aviator: a "Nugget" who needs to learn the ropes and complex procedures of taking off and returning safely to his aircraft carrier. A blurry night of drinking lands him in an unfamiliar bed aboard the USS Oklahoma; later that day, the Japanese destroy Pearl Harbor. After cheating death and losing his friend in this act of war, the formerly naive Steele vows to avenge the attack.

Flying sea battle after battle, Steele survives the most dangerous air combat in World War II, including Midway, is shot down twice, rescued twice, and eventually leads a daring mission to free prisoners from a secluded Japanese POW camp. Packed with authentic military action on land and at sea in the Pacific Theatre of WWII and featuring a memorable protagonist based on a true-life hero, The Nugget is a first-class adventure by a former commander whose family served in the Pacific.

©2019 P. T. Deutermann (P)2019 Blackstone Publishing 20th Century Action & Adventure Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Military Mystery Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Sea Adventures Thriller & Suspense War & Military
Fascinating Survival Story • Historical Authenticity • Excellent Narration • Vivid Heroics • Intriguing Naval Details
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I've enjoyed all of PT Deutermann's books. The subject matter is generally military, usually Navy, but the stories vary quite a bit. The protagonist experienced many of the major battles of WWII with associated adventures. I'll not tell more - you need to read this book!

Captivating read

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Believable, captivating, and most of all enthralling...not much more to add...get it and see for yourself

Great Story

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Deutermann knows his Navy and his naval history. What sets this story apart is his authentic knowledge of the Phillipines and its people.

one of his best

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very much worth the time. well read and solid story and action. nice detail for the machinary.

very good

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PTD takes quite a tangent from where one might expect this story to go... And a most interesting tangent at that. Excellent narration as well. Highly recommended.

Not what you might expect ...

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It was very interesting to hear about the history of the war in the South China Sea. The story keep me on the edge of my seat throughout the reading of the book.

Great story.

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Intriguing storyline that keeps read involved in story, with twist and turns throughout the book

Interesting read

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I love the way the writer tells his story. I have read at least four of his books and can’t put the audio down when listening

Another great story

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Fits into his WWII line of stories. Always a lot of action and well researched. Never had a bad one.

It’s a PT Deuterman story

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This is a fantastic tale which is realistic in all aspects of the time it represents. I highly encourage all to purchase this audio work.

Fantastic

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