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Eye Contact Over Truk

A Novel

Author: Stephanie Woodman

About the book

A retired WW2 pilot dives on the ship he sank, looking for what—or who?

AMERICA, 1985: Nick Mitchel’s world is shattered by his beloved wife’s death. His passion for his work evaporates, leaving no other barrier to his dark memories of the war. After nightmares and depression take over, a childhood friend pushes him to go back and face long-buried truths. But the diving expedition in the Pacific Ocean he’d hoped would heal old wounds takes an unexpected turn.
JAPAN: Junichi Takahashi is angry and desperate to be free, but not clear on what to be free from. As the son, who loves his father dearly, and, though he resents it, he vows to fulfill the dying man’s request. After his own childhood horrors from the war re-emerge, touring the devastated ship his father served on is the last thing he wants to do. Never suspecting that on this journey, he would find the target for his anger.
When the two meet, enemies reignite in a dangerous battle of perspectives.

Book Details

ISBN: 9798989940615
Page Count: 353
Genre: Historical Fiction

Available:

Paperback: $17.00 US
ebook: $6.99 US

Awards

Winner of the Bronze Seal for the Historical Fiction Company’s 2024 Book of the Year in the War category

Reviews:

“You hardly ever come across a gem like this.” — Peoples Favorites
“… it helped me sort some of my own combat and loss demons. I cannot say enough good about it.” — Amazon Reader
“Unique, original, deftly crafted, a riveting read from start to finish, and all the more impressive when considering that it is the author’s debut as a novelist..” — Midwest Book Review
“A heart-wrenching and insightful exploration of the social and psychological cost of war wrapped in an entertaining and well-crafted story.” — Reedsy Discovery
“Woodman skillfully blends detailed descriptions of the underwater landscape with deep introspective reflections, creating an intense and poetic atmosphere…a powerful message about forgiveness, healing, and rediscovering the joy of living.” — The Historical Fiction Company
“The characters are so meticulously developed that their emotions resonate deeply with the reader…is a novel that will touch your heart and leave a lasting impression.” — The Coffee Pot Book Club

About the Creators

Author Stephanie Woodman

Stephanie Woodman a is retired engineer and teacher who has discovered a passion for writing. She is the mother of one son and lives in the Pacific Northwest.