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After losing everything but his life, a young man forges a new identity for himself in the jungles of Vietnam and on the gritty streets of New York in this epic and riveting tale of crime, punishment, and redemption
Its 1969. Devastated by the loss of his parents, 19-year-old Eddie Kawadsky is alone and penniless, his dream of becoming a navy pilot seemingly lost. In desperation, Eddie falls in with the charismatic Roy Cross who talks him into smuggling drugs across the border.
Once in Mexico, Roy betrays Eddie, setting him up to be murdered. On the run from vengeful narcotraficantes, corrupt cops, and his own demons, Eddie flees for his life, changes identities, andas Richard Austenjoins the Marines, serves two heroic combat tours in Vietnam, and then hides himself in New York City. Over the ensuing 25 years, Eddie becomes one of Manhattans wealthiest real estate developers, but one haunted by his sins and secrets.
When a long-dreaded visitor finally shows up to extort hush money, Eddie is forced to confront his past. To save his own life and protect the beautiful wife he adores, he must sacrifice nearly everything. But will it be enough to redeem his honor lost so long ago?
With an intricate plot spanning the 1960s counterculture, the Vietnam War, 1970s gritty New York real estate world, the grandeur and hardship of the Marine Corps, and more, Scouts Honor is a sweeping novel of suspense that explores larger themes of morality, guilt, trust, and redemption. Populated with flawed yet compelling characters, Scouts Honor will appeal to fans of both character-driven literary fiction, thrillers, and redemption tales.

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"Scouts Honor is riveting. John McNellis writes with an unstoppable drive, paving the way with telling details about places and people. A story about how the past is never the past, Ross MacDonald could not have done it any better. I very much enjoyed this novel." Michael Connelly, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Lincoln Lawyer and the Harry Bosch series
After losing everything but his life, a young man forges a new identity in the dangerous jungles of Vietnam and the cutthroat streets of New York in this epic tale of crime, punishment, and redemption.
Its 1969. Devastated by the loss of his parents, 19-year-old Eddie Kawadsky finds himself alone and penniless, his dream of becoming a navy pilot shattered. In desperation, Eddie falls in with the charismatic Roy Cross, who persuades him to smuggle drugs across the Mexican bordera decision that will haunt him for decades.
Double-crossed in Mexico and hunted by vengeful narcotraficantes and corrupt cops, Eddie flees for his life, changes his identity, andas Richard Austenjoins the Marines. After serving two heroic combat tours in Vietnam, he builds a new life in New York City, transforming himself from a scared kid into one of Manhattans wealthiest real estate developers.
But no matter how high he climbs, Eddie remains haunted by his sins and secrets. When a long-dreaded visitor finally appears to extort hush money, he must confront his past. To save his own life and protect the beautiful wife he adores, Eddie will sacrifice nearly everything. But will it be enough to redeem the honor he lost so long ago?
John McNellis delivers a masterfully crafted thriller that spans the counterculture of the 1960s, the brutal realities of Vietnam, the high-stakes world of New York real estate, and the grandeur and hardship of the Marine Corps. With evocative prose and surprising wit, "Scouts Honor" takes readers on an emotional roller coaster through moral dilemmas, heartbreak, and unexpected twists that will keep you turning pages late into the night.
Readers rave about Scouts Honors fast-paced narrative, richly developed characters, and the powerful journey of a flawed yet compelling protagonist whose quest for redemption asks whether ones honor, once lost, can ever truly be reclaimed. McNelliss expert weaving of historical detail with gripping suspense creates a remarkable story of a man struggling to escape his past while building a future worthy of the sacrifices made along the way.
Perfect for fans of both character-driven literary fiction and suspenseful thrillers alike, "Scouts Honor" explores the lasting effects of one bad decision, the price of loyalty, and the possibility that even the most tarnished soul might find a way to shine again.

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"Scouts Honor is riveting. John McNellis writes with an unstoppable drive, paving the way with telling details about places and people. A story about how the past is never the past, Ross MacDonald could not have done it any better. I very much enjoyed this novel." Michael Connelly, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Lincoln Lawyer and the Harry Bosch series
A Vietnam Veterans Journey from the Battlefield to Real Estate Empire
After losing everything but his life, a young man forges a new identity in the dangerous jungles of Vietnam and rises to become a real estate magnate in New York City in this epic tale of redemption.
From desperate drug smuggler to decorated Marine to Manhattan real estate tycoonone mans extraordinary journey to reclaim his honor
Its 1969. Devastated by the loss of his parents, 19-year-old Eddie Kawadsky finds himself alone and penniless, his dream of becoming a navy pilot shattered. In desperation, Eddie falls in with the charismatic Roy Cross, who persuades him to smuggle drugs across the Mexican bordera decision that will haunt him for decades.
Double-crossed and hunted by vengeful narcotraficantes, Eddie flees for his life, changes his identity, andas Richard Austenjoins the Marines. Through two heroic combat tours in Vietnam, he discovers a courage and resilience he never knew he possessed.
Returning from war with hard-earned discipline and grit, Eddie builds an empire in Manhattans competitive real estate market, transforming himself from a scared kid into one of New Yorks wealthiest developers. But no matter how high he climbs, Eddie remains haunted by his sins and secrets.
When a long-dreaded visitor finally appears to extort hush money, Eddie must confront his past. To save his own life and protect the beautiful wife he adores, hell sacrifice nearly everythingbut will it be enough to redeem the honor he lost so long ago?
A remarkable journey perfect for readers who love:

Authentic Vietnam War fiction with richly detailed combat scenes
Rags-to-riches stories of ambition and real estate empire-building
Gritty historical thrillers spanning tumultuous decades
Complex characters seeking redemption from their past mistakes
High-stakes moral dilemmas with unexpected twists

With evocative prose and surprising wit, "Scouts Honor" takes readers on an emotional roller coaster through the counterculture of the 1960s, the brutal realities of Vietnam, and the high-stakes world of New York real estate. This remarkable story explores whether one mans honor, once lost, can ever truly be reclaimed.

...(*_*)9781736352557_

A Vietnam Veterans Journey from the Battlefield to Real Estate Empire

After losing everything but his life, a young man forges a new identity in the dangerous jungles of Vietnam and rises to become a real estate magnate in New York City in this epic tale of redemption.

From desperate drug smuggler to decorated Marine to Manhattan real estate tycoonone mans extraordinary journey to reclaim his honor

Its 1969. Devastated by the loss of his parents, 19-year-old Eddie Kawadsky finds himself alone and penniless, his dream of becoming a navy pilot shattered. In desperation, Eddie falls in with the charismatic Roy Cross, who persuades him to smuggle drugs across the Mexican bordera decision that will haunt him for decades.

Double-crossed and hunted by vengeful narcotraficantes, Eddie flees for his life, changes his identity, andas Richard Austenjoins the Marines. Through two heroic combat tours in Vietnam, he discovers a courage and resilience he never knew he possessed.

Returning from war with hard-earned discipline and grit, Eddie builds an empire in Manhattans competitive real estate market, transforming himself from a scared kid into one of New Yorks wealthiest developers. But no matter how high he climbs, Eddie remains haunted by his sins and secrets.

When a long-dreaded visitor finally appears to extort hush money, Eddie must confront his past. To save his own life and protect the beautiful wife he adores, hell sacrifice nearly everythingbut will it be enough to redeem the honor he lost so long ago?

A remarkable journey perfect for readers who love:

Authentic Vietnam War fiction with richly detailed combat scenes
Rags-to-riches stories of ambition and real estate empire-building
Gritty historical thrillers spanning tumultuous decades
Complex characters seeking redemption from their past mistakes
High-stakes moral dilemmas with unexpected twists

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