Tide of War

Tide of WarAs Iraq tightens its grip on Kuwait and the world moves toward war, a covert mission brings together four people from vastly different worlds. Drilon Bombi is a young U. S. Army Special Forces officer whose dedication to duty has carried him from West Point to some of the world's most dangerous places. Mohamed al-Assadi is a British Royal Marine whose family ties to southern Iraq place him at the center of a secret effort to shape the future of his homeland.
Miriam Bakke is a trauma medic whose gift for saving lives is matched only by the wounds she carries herself. Together, they become part of a mission that exists beyond the headlines, beyond the battlefield, and beyond the official history of the Gulf War. Alliances are forged in secrecy, trust is tested, and every decision carries consequences. While world leaders debate strategy and armies prepare for combat, a small team works in the shadows to support Iraqi dissidents who dream of a different future.
Success could alter the balance of power in post-war Iraq. Failure could cost them everything. But war is never as simple as plans drawn on maps. Caught between competing loyalties, political realities, and the uncertainty of combat, Drilon, Mo, and Miriam must confront difficult questions about duty, sacrifice, and what it means to fight for freedom. As danger grows and events spiral beyond anyone's control, friendships deepen, lives are changed forever, and the true cost of war comes into focus.
Spanning military bases in Europe, the deserts of Saudi Arabia and Iraq, and the streets of Baltimore, Tide of War is a richly drawn historical novel that combines military authenticity with deeply human storytelling. It is a story of courage, friendship, loss, and hope-of ordinary people caught in extraordinary events and the choices that define them. Perfect for readers of historical fiction, military fiction, and character-driven novels, Tide of War offers a compelling look at Desert Shield and Desert Storm through the eyes of those who lived in the shadows of history.