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Book Review: Point Deception

What's so fascinating about this book is that many of the stories are true.

Point Deception

Jim Gilliam

250 pages

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“In August 1956 a troubled teen-age boy runs away from home, seeking the grand adventures he has only read about. Lying about his age, he enlists in the Coast Guard at fourteen. A decade later, his career takes him to Vietnam where he is awarded the Silver Star Medal for gallantry. Returning home, he begins a new career as an undercover narcotics agent. Undergoing torture when his cover is blown, he prays for rescue.”

What’s so fascinating about this book is that many of the stories are true – or at
least based on real characters and semi-autobiographical in content. Author Jim
Gilliam really did run away from home and joint the Coast Guard – at fourteen.
The story of the Point Deception, a Coast Guard boat, actually did occur during
the Vietnam War. Military buffs and veterans alike will both enjoy the fast-paced action and the stories of life in the service.

Yet, there’s much more to this novel. The reader finds himself caring about young
Tim, watching his struggles and his triumphs, agonizing over his decisions and
wanting to help him when his loyalties are tested. All in all, it’s just a very good story.

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