Baptism of Fire

In "Hawkin’ Heroes: Baptism of Fire," Eddie Hawkins serves as the cupola gunner on a Humvee in Afghanistan, where he struggles for recognition from his seasoned teammates due to his youth and inexperience. Tasked with protecting his crew and engaging the enemy, Eddie faces skepticism until he makes a critical observation that forces his comrades to take him seriously. This pivotal moment leads him to save numerous Coalition lives, changing the course of their mission forever. Co-authored by Todd McCleod and bestselling war novelist Eric Meyer, this short novel marks the beginning of the Hawkins’ Heroes series.