Walking Point - by Robert Jerome Nevens (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>A group of young marine canine handlers learn to cope with the horrors and heartache of combat in the Pacific during WWII. The story centers around Private John Markle and his donated dog, the heroic Duke. Together, they quickly discover that war is full of love, loss, and victory. Be sure to check out the award winning short film as well.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>A marine is always faithful. So is man's best friend. Walking Point is an empowering tale of love, loss, and victory centered around a young private in the marines and his donated canine companion, the heroic Duke. A seventeen year old John Markle reluctantly leaves his widowed father behind and enlists in the marines with no real plan until he meets Emily, a charming Dogs for Defense trainer. She quickly steals his heart but before they know it he is shipped off from Camp Lejeune and on his way to liberate Guam from the clutches of the Japanese Empire. Forming friendships along way, Private Markle learns to cope with the heartache and horrors of battle in the Pacific with Duke by his side. Letters from Emily and a ten year old patriotic boy, Tommy, whose family donated Duke, help him maintain hope even though his fight for survival has him and his platoon questioning their actions and moral compass.<br /> <br /> Foreword by Susan Bahary, acclaimed sculptor of the Always Faithful memorial. Walking Point is based off RJ's multi-award winning feature length screenplay of the same name.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"This was awesome. I could not put it down. Such a heartwarming story. If you have a chance to get this book be prepared to drop everything else in your life for a couple of days." - Deann Megonnell</p><p>"Very interesting and entertaining tale of the use of dogs in WW2. Good plot line, good character development. I'm understanding there may be a movie version coming out. Can't wait to see it." - Chuck Baker</p><p>"Heart warming and wonderful story!" - Nancy Rosano</p><p>"READ THIS BOOK!! Have plenty of tissues near by. This was one of the best books I've ever read and I've read a lot. The characters were so real and the emotions so high- I read it straight through. So much for sleep!!" - Patti Jane</p><br>
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