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E.M. Nathanson

The Dirty Dozen

"The Dirty Dozen" by E.M. Nathanson is a gripping war novel that was first published in 1965. The book tells the story of twelve soldiers who are chosen to carry out a dangerous mission behind enemy lines during World War II. These soldiers are all convicted criminals who are serving time in military prison, and they are given the choice between facing the death penalty or participating in the mission. The leader of the group is Major John Reisman, a tough and experienced officer who is tasked with turning the twelve convicts into a cohesive and effective fighting unit. Reisman faces a number of challenges as he tries to whip the men into shape, including their lack of discipline, their mistrust of the military establishment, and their own personal demons. Despite these challenges, Reisman is eventually able to forge the men into a formidable team, and they set out on their mission to destroy a German chateau that is being used as a military headquarters. The mission is a success, but not without cost, as many of the men are killed or wounded in the process. "The Dirty Dozen" is a thrilling and action-packed novel that explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the human capacity for violence. The characters are well-drawn and complex, and the story is full of unexpected twists and turns. The book was later adapted into a successful film starring Lee Marvin, Ernest Borgnine, and Charles Bronson, but the novel is well worth reading in its own right. Overall, "The Dirty Dozen" is a powerful and thought-provoking war novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. It is a classic of the genre that is sure to appeal to fans of military fiction and adventure stories...

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The Guns of Navarone

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A thrilling novel about a group of Allied soldiers who parachute into the heart of Nazi Germany to rescue a captured American general. This book shares the same action, suspense, and military intrigue as 'The Dirty Dozen', but with a more espionage-focused plot.

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Jack Higgins

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A tense and thrilling novel about a group of German soldiers who plot to kidnap Winston Churchill during World War II. This book shares the same high-stakes military action and suspense as 'The Dirty Dozen', but with a more historical and political focus.

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A thrilling novel about a retired assassin who is coerced into one final mission to climb the Eiger mountain and assassinate a target. This book shares the same high-stakes action and suspense as 'The Dirty Dozen', but with a more extreme and isolated setting.

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