With Honor in Hand

Terron Sims, II
iUniverse (2010)
ISBN 9781450223126
Reviewed by Richard R. Blake for Reader Views (10/11)


As a result of a contractual loophole, mercenaries Doug Pollard (Mac) and his partner Amos Stewart (Killer) are faced with a moral dilemma as they unwittingly find themselves in league with ruthless COL Drasneb of the Serbian Army in a diabolical plot to destroy the West Point Corps of Cadets.

Strong character development, stimulating dialog, and the suspense and drama created by the prolific valiant action scenes provide the potential for movie adaptation.

As the plan is being executed, a second secret plot is also being put into effect by the evil Serbian army leader. Through a twist of fate, Pollard and Stewart recruit the help of an unexpected ally in their attempt to thwart Drasneb’s effort.

A carefully detailed secondary story runs parallel with the main plot establishing the West Point’s purpose of training leaders of character while producing loyalty and teamwork among the cadets.

Sims provides a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the traditions of West Point, the discipline, the bonding, loyalty, strong values, and honor among the cadets.  This balance of pacing may be distracting to fans of fast-paced adventure novels. However, the reader will not be disappointed when they reach the adrenaline-producing drama of the final climatic pages of “With Honor in Hand.”

Terron Sims draws from his own experiences as a graduate of West Point, his military duty in Iraq, and his duty as military liaison officer as a background for his novel. I was impressed with Sims’ depth of sensitivity to the strong values and struggle faced by his characters.

A broad base of military aficionados, West Point graduates, military personnel, and veterans will enjoy the detailed sense of camaraderie and the intense action of “With Honor in Hand.”

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