A Path to Innocence, a Road to War

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Summary: A First Time Gem
Review: A book that is difficult to put down. I became rivited in this story as the adventure unfolded. John Wemlinger touched all the raw emotional nerves in me as I became more and more involved with the characters and what some of them had to endure. I think when an author can induce those emotions in the reader, he difinitely has what it takes to be a great writer. I think Mr. Wemlinger may have uncovered his real calling. It is obvious that his 27 year military career may have made this book a little easier excercise but none the less, a story has to have plausibility as well as inventiveness; it needs a creative mind to lay out the plot and sub-plots, and some heart in the writer to develop character in the leading figures. I think the author has all these in spades. I found myself caring about Cleve Spires and those people he touched. There are some very powerful and emotional moments he puts his central characters through that are gut wrenching and even gruesome at times but not gratuitous. John Wemlinger also awakened my sensibilities to the fact that his story could be all too real and especially in light of 9/11. I think this is a very timely novel that should be read by all Americans. I also think this story could easily be made into a great action adventure movie and the leading man role should be obvious to all who have read this gem. Do I detect a sequel? Let's hope so.

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Summary: Relationships/Politics/Suspense in One Book
Review: A definite must read for readers who enjoy an "on the edge of your seat" book. Character development and story intrigue is superb. This new author has woven a story as spellbinding as a Tom Clancy, John Grisham, or Ken Follett novel.

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Summary: A Great Read!
Review: A Path to Innocence, a Road to War is a great read - one I had trouble putting down. There is something for everyone - action, intrigue, romance, and very human strengths and failings. Plots involving the personal struggles of the characters are inter-woven with intrigue involving the potential fall of nations. Cleve Spires is a very likable character and the reader is caught up in Cleve's efforts to clear himself, to put his personal life back in order, and to do his duty as a soldier and avert a world crisis. John Wemlinger has produced a great first novel!

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Summary: A Real Page Turner!
Review: I'm not typically one who likes military stories, but this one had me hooked. The characters were very real, the plot was fast-paced, and there was just enough military information in there to keep it interesting without bogging me down. I was actually frustrated at the end of the book...wanting more of the story...I'm waiting for the sequel!

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Summary: Thrilling and Exciting
Review: Once I was beyond the second page, this book is difficult to put down. It is everything that I love in an excellent book: excitement, intrigue, suspense, mystery and love. All of these were active throughout the entire book and the ending was not predicatble and was excellent.

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Summary: Great read!
Review: This was a book I enjoyed reading. Characters you get well acquainted with, a good plot and some fascinating insight into the inner workings and power structure of the U.S. military make this a book I highly recommend!

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Summary: This book is a must read!
Review: Thoroughly enjoyable. Grabs your interest on page one and holds onto it till the very last sentence. A fast moving, eye opener that educates the reader. Makes you think! Captivating.

Rating:
Summary: This book is a must read!
Review: Thoroughly enjoyable. Grabs your interest on page one and holds onto it till the very last sentence. A fast moving, eye opener that educates the reader. Makes you think! Captivating.

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Summary: A Real Page Turner!
Review: What an interesting story-- I couldn't put it down. The characters and places were so vivid, as if I were there helping Cleve. If you're looking for a book to escape with, buy "A Path to Innocence, a Road to War". I can't wait for Mr. Wemlinger's next book.