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Summary: A Must Read!!
Review: By far one of my favorite DeMille books, this one grabs you by the throat and doesn't let go until the very end of the story. If only every book I read could be so compelling. I've been handing down my books to my father, who is a voracious reader and the last time I gave him a carton of books, he went straight for the DeMille novel. It's hard not to get hooked on this talented writer! For a non-stop read, pick up this paperback, you won't regret it.
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Summary: The novel as extended essay
Review: With "Word of Honour" Nelson deMille extends the concept of the novel to something far more cerebral: the use of the novel as an extended essay.The subject under discussion is, obviously, honour. Honour is an amorphous concept, perhaps even a conceit, which has driven men (and women, of course) to extreme actions over the centuries. deMille, as a Viet Nam veteran, knows whereof he speaks when he tells us the story of Ben Tyson's dilemma. Tyson is cuaght in a manifold dilemma: will his honour be impugned if he should break his word, given freely to the men under his command? Will his honour become besmirched if he breaks his word to his commanding officers - and, by extension, his Commander In Chief and country? Will his honour be dragged into the mire if he breaks his word, given with love and hope for the future, to his wife? Tyson, through deMille (or is it the other way around?) deals with these questions, and more, in a scintillating novel that will keep any reader with more than a hint of imagination not merely entertained, but thinking, for long after they put the book down. Tyson's courage is on display on every page. His all-too human weaknesses and foibles are laid bare, for all to see. His name, his reputation, his courage, his honour are all threatened - but, in the end, all Tyson has to redeem himself with is his honour. "Word of Honour" is an extraordinary novel. A story told with sympathy, clarity, warmth, and humanity. Or - is it an essay?
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Summary: Let's play a game....
Review: Let's say you know you'll only be able to read two books this year. In that case, make one of them "Word of Honour", by Nelson Demille. Every author worthy of the name has at least one masterwork inside him. This, I thought, was Demille's. The book is truly superb. Alas. I was wrong. For the second book you should reserve for your unfortunate year of only two would be, must be, Demille's "Gold Coast". And at the turn of the year grab "Spencerville". This man is truly one of America's treasures. He understands irony, pathos, man's inhumanity, man's humanity. He understands love, hate, the loss of lifestyle, the renewal of life. And he communicates them all with wit, style, verve, subtlety, and a beautifully delicate touch of language that on occasion you simply sit back in awe at a single sentence. Nelson Demille - I've had you as a welcome guest in my home for twenty years. I hope and trust that you'll keep bringing me fresh joys for another twenty.
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Summary: Word to the Wise.. Buy this book!
Review: I wasn't interested in the plot line but read it because I'm a DeMille fan. It turned out to be the best book that I read from him. Great story that draws you into Tyson's turmoil. It's a different kind of battle but a great battle to the finish.
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Summary: WORD OF HONOR
Review: WITHOUT A DOUBT THE BEST BOOK (FICTION) I HAVE EVER READ. WHY WASN'T THIS TURNED INTO A MOVIE? NO LET DOWN AT THE END. FROM START TO FINISH, GREAT
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Summary: Demille Does it Again
Review: This tale of a haunting secret from Viet Nam grabbed me from page one. Demille presents a believable story of how a man of honor can get caught up in a war that required more than anyone had a right to expect of him. I couldn't put this one down. The fear and anticipation of a court martial for murder twenty five years later made me feel like I was there with him. Demille is able to involve you with the characters like no one else. He also has a style that moves you from past to present in a clean way, easy on the reader. Well worth reading.
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Summary: A Good Read
Review: This was the fifth DeMille book that I have read. I started with Plum Island, moved to The Gold Coast, and followed with Spencerville, and The General's Daughter. This puts a little context on the comments that follow. Obviously I enjoy his writing, and have several more of his books on the shelf ready to begin reading (actually, I've started "The Charm School" already.) Overall, I found "Word of Honor" to be a "good read." The storyline held my interest throughout the lengthy book. I enjoyed the way DeMille used the flashbacks to gradually reveal more and more of what actually happened at the hospital. I also enjoy DeMille's sense of humor. The disturbing sub-message was that no one came back from Vietnam without some horrifying story of a personal atrocity that they either witnessed or participated in (as was the case for Tyson, Picard, and Corva). I found Tyson's unwillingness to fight for himself a little hard to believe. I also thought that the outright acceptance of Kelly's testimony by all of the parties (the prosecution, the judge, the panel, etc.) to be a bit of a stretch. I kept expecting the Sister to be more involved in the ending. But, with these few minor criticisms, I found the book to be entertaining a well worth reading. I look forward to reading more of Mr. DeMille's offerings.
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Summary: Another classic from DeMille
Review: I agreed with one reviewer about the strikes against this novel. Although I have now come to appreciate DeMille's books and am not scared off by the length but a story about Vietnam that also includes a trial seemed unlike any of his previous books, needless to say the subject didn't interest me. However, Word of Honour in my opinion is his best. You wonder what other stories are there for Tyson when he was in Vietnam and his life now. If you're a fan of Nelson DeMille you have to read this one!
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Summary: I truly could not put it down!
Review: I am a Vietnam Vet myself and this was the first book by DeMille that I read. I really did not put the book down until I came to the last word. I found it to be extremely riveting, and right on the money. The emotions and actions of the main character, I think, were accurate and honest. I easily found myself being put into his shoes. As a result I couldn't wait to read more from DeMille!
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Summary: One thing Leads to Another
Review: I was totally involved in this book from beginning to end. Although I knew it was fiction, it led me to become more interested in the actual event of My Lai. The book was interesting and I found myself thinking that the characters could be real.
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