76 Hours

In this gripping historical novel, bestselling author Larry Alexander explores the harrowing invasion of Tarawa by US Marines during World War II. The narrative centers on Private Pete "Hardball" Talbot, a tough street kid from Philadelphia, who joins the Marines to escape his troubled home life. As he faces the fierce resistance of Japanese soldiers entrenched in heavily fortified positions, Pete quickly realizes that survival will require every ounce of his training and resilience. The battle for Tarawa unfolds over intense seventy-six hours, showcasing the brutal realities of war and the indomitable spirit of the Marines.