Up Country by Nelson DeMille

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Book name:	Up Country (2024)
Category:	Adventure
Author:	Nelson DeMille
Language:	English
Publication data:	Jan. 1, 2002, midnight

In this gripping novel, a retired Army investigator is called back into service to uncover the truth about a decades-old murder that took place during the Vietnam War. Tasked with a seemingly impossible mission, he journeys back to Vietnam, navigating through dangerous territory both physically and politically. As he delves deeper into the jungle and the complexities of the war's legacy, he encounters former enemies and allies alike, while grappling with personal demons and the ambiguities of a conflict that continues to haunt America. His quest for answers leads to explosive consequences, revealing long-buried secrets that some would prefer to remain hidden. The 9465th greatest book of all time

About the author

Nelson DeMille

8 books

Nelson Richard DeMille was born in New York City on August 23, 1943 to Huron and Antonia (Panzera) DeMille, then moved with his parents to Long Island. He graduated from Elmont Memorial High School, where he played football and ran track.

DeMille spent three years at Hofstra University, then joined the Army where he attended Officer Candidate School and was commissioned a Lieutenant in the United States Army (1966-69). He saw action in Vietnam as an infantry platoon leader with the First Cavalry… Read more