The Last Lieutenant: 1 (Todd Ingram) Paperback – Import, 30 January 2020

The book was very hard to follow in its early chapters, characters were confusing, ultimately they became clearer. The basis of the novel is the surrender of the Phillipines to the invading Japanese forces during WW2, the facts presented were enlightening for a little known portion of this conflict, (losses were not emphasised to maintain morale). The main character became a little unbelievable as the number of near misses, escapes from captivity, whilst all was destroyed around him, plus his love interest story was quite unrealistic.All in all a simpler version could have told the story just as well.

Such a great read. Couldn’t put it down. Felt like I was there in Corigidor. I’m a sailor and loved every moment of the men on the 51 boats. Great suspense and escape. My heart was in my throat with the pain. Time after time the Japanese were there. I loved Ingram and Helen and Amador. Such heroic characters. And what villains! Thank you so much for such a remarkable tale.

Extremely entertaining read, especially during these pandemic times as we isolate and social distance with extra time on our hands. I especially appreciated the geography in the book an area in the Philippines which I was unfamiliar. The maps at the beginning of each book assist in placing the storyline. I am on book 4 of 5 and enjoying all!

I respect the work, but wanted more of something. More depth, more relationship development maybe? More feeling, and stuff about what makes the players tick, and less plot outline

Did not enjoy this book, did not suite my tast.