The Telltale Tattoo
by John L DeBoer
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Pub Date Jan 29 2018 | Archive Date Aug 01 2018
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Description
A young boy’s life is torn apart in 1973 Vietnam when U.S. soldiers assault his fishing village, mistakenly thinking it’s a Viet Cong base. The scary image of a tattoo on the arm of one of the soldiers haunts Nguyen Chinh over the years as he rises to a position of status and wealth. Now he has the means to finally put his nightmares to rest.
Vincent Taggart, the soldier with that tattoo, has also become a successful businessman. But he has problems that could destroy everything he’s accumulated. His company has run afoul of the law, and he knows it will only be a matter of time before the feds come after him; his wife knows he’s been cheating on her; and an organized crime boss, with whom he’s had dealings over the years, will likely seek revenge when he discovers Taggart’s treachery.
Unaware at first of Chinh’s search for him, Taggart knows one thing – he has to escape before it’s too late.
Advance Praise
If you like a thriller with a large cast of interconnected characters, steady pacing that builds to a satisfying conclusion, one that unfolds piece by methodical piece wrapping you within its tendrils, then this book is for you. It is an intelligent, well-crafted piece of fiction by an author that has truly earned his position in the thriller genre. This is the first book by Mr. DeBoer that I've read - it won't be the last.
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9781625267306 |
| PRICE | $3.99 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
Jay W, Reviewer
The strange tattoo on the wrist of a soldier in Vietnam is the focal point for this story of revenge, treachery, relationships and crime. The cast of characters is quite diverse, including Vietnamese, Chinese, Italian Mafia, and a broad range of Americans. ,Actually, the main character in the story is Vince Taggart, owner of the titular tattoo. and crooked businessman. The book casts a good light on the relationships between the major players and does a good job of analyzing the motivations on all sides. I received an ARC through Netgalley which had a number of txt problems which I presume will be edited out prior to publication, so I can't comment on the style of writing. The coverage of details varied greatly depending on the items being described. The dominant theme could well be Karma as circumstances continue to throw the characters together.
Ranger H, Educator
"If you can fake it you've got it made" you will read but there is no faking this is a great read. I was dubious with the V.W. string but the story that builds around Nguyen Chinh and Vincent first, then bringing Clay into the mix was very well done and held my attention.
Just as there are three character views there are three threats coming at old Vincent from different directions. Good action scenes, no over the top 'bull-fu' and I liked the suspense. Read on people.
