Fringe Patriots

By Carl R. Smith

Book Overview

After surviving a loveless and abusive childhood, Clay Smith thinks he has finally found acceptance and respect in the military as the driver and Aide de Camp to Colonel Essex, the Battalion Commander. However, tragedy strikes, leaving him vulnerable to the colonel's own self-serving plans. The colonel vaults Clay into a world of intrigue and assassination. Out of patriotism and loyalty to Colonel Essex, Clay agrees to be a willing participant. But, after the first assassination, Clay finds himself questioning his decision as he stands heaving his guts out by the side of the road. The Vietnam conflict is his next address, minus a month's pay and two stripes. Clay is no longer the colonel's darling, but a simple GI like thousands of others. The Purple Heart and a medical discharge only serve to once again usher Clay into Colonel Essex', now General Essex', world of fringe patriotism. Soon, Clay finds himself framed for murder; and, with the help of Johnny, Susan, and Gidget, the four somewhat eclectic comrades struggle to find out who the players are as the death toll continues to mount.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1410700909
• ISBN13: 9781410700902
• Release Date: December 2003
• Publisher: Authorhouse
• Length: 458 Pages
• Weight: 1.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.4" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

I LOVE this series. Props to Mr. Smith

This book, and the sequels are absolutely wonderful. I have had the privilege to meet Carl Smith and he is one of a kind!! Don't think about buying this book...DO IT!! It IS worth the money, regardless of what the other reviews said.

BRAVO!!! A MUST READ FOR ALL!

I met the author and bought this book at my local NEX. I couldnt be more grateful that I did! I read six chapters of it the first night and cried from chapter 3 to six! It is written very well. Easy to follow with just the right amount of everything. WONDERFUL BOOK! We are a military Spec. Warfare family and this is written as true as it comes with pure soul and honesty so bold, it intrigues all who read it. It feels at times as if you are reading someone's inner most thoughts. I would reccomend this to anyone. You MUST read this book. The author is as genuine and fresh as they come! God Bless You, Carl!

From the Author of "Sleeping Dragon"

I met Carl Smith a few weeks ago. We had a nice author-to-author chat. The next day, I ordered the book. Quickly I found out that it was very hard to put down. I keep asking myself -- "Where does the truth end and the fiction begin?" Saying I enjoyed the book is a gross understatement. Good job, Carl! You mentioned another book in the wings. I am anxiously waiting.

UNBELIEVABLE!

Such a compelling and thrilling book. Keeps you on the edge and holds your attention. Unable to stop reading. Just as previous reviewer, new author on the horizon - Best seller! This book hits every sense imaginable. It has adventure, love, revenge, heartache, betrayal, patriotism and much much more! Remarkable! This is a must have for every home.

Greed gone biserk in the name of Patriotism

After reading this book, I truly believe that the US has a terrific new author on the horizon. I absolutely could not put the book down. I started one evening at 8pm and read almost straight through. Without spilling the story, the action that a young man and his band of friends were subjected to first voluntarily and then involuntarily is incredible. There is passion, excitement and multiple tricks in the plot that keep you wondering: Did this really happen? After finding out some about the author, there is such description to some of the characters that I wonder where is the fiction and what was real life. But apparently the author is not the one to ask. I would highly recommend this book. It is worth the effort to order it.