Thundering White Crosses - (A Full Measure) by J M Patton (Paperback)

About the Book

Book3 of the A Full Measure trilogy. Searching for a high-level Soviet mole and investigating the mysterious assassinations of corrupt politicians, Jake's quest leads him to Afghanistan, Grenada, and the hallowed halls of Capitol Hill.

Book Synopsis

Thundering White Crosses, book#3 of the trilogy, reveals a set of complex themes with contemporary repercussions. With an assignment back at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point as an instructor, Jake finds that the institution of his affection is changing, driven by the winds of political whims and shifting national culture. Jake questions if the future of West Point can remain true to its mission and provide the nation with the same continuity of military leadership as it has in the past or will all the academies become a casualty of the Capitol Beltway.

Rumors have circled for years of a high-level Soviet mole. If true, this mole is the most dangerous traitor the nation has experienced. A compulsion to find this mole is forced upon Jake. It is a duty, and it has become personal. Running parallel to the search, someone is vetting and assassinating corrupt politicians, labeling them domestic enemies. Jake's search for the mole takes him to Afghanistan, Operation Urgent Fury in Grenada, and the most dangerous environment-the halls of Capitol Hill.

If the trilogy's first two books were a rollercoaster ride, Thundering White Crosses accelerates the ride and exhilarates the reader with compelling twists and turns.

Review Quotes

In Praise of Thundering White Corsses

and A Full Measure trilogy

Thundering White Crosses was absolutely wonderful!! I read it in one sitting and then cried when it was over, knowing it was the last we'd see of these colorful characters. I have read all three books of the trilogy and loved it. -B. Wood

Thundering White Crosses is an extraordinary conclusion to the extraordinary trilogy, A Full Measure!! J.M. Patton accurately describes the political and military lay of the land of this era. From the battlefield to the halls of Congress, this novel will keep you spellbound to the last word. - Steve Foust, MSgt USAF (Ret)

A Full Measure is a blockbuster trilogy. This third novel is an engrossing read! When is the movie - Mike Carrigan

Jake continues to track down the government mole who seeks to destroy our freedom and democracy. We hope that our country produces more people who possess the character of Jake!! Great, fast-moving book! - Steve Romberger

Drums of War continues the story from West Point with a mix of humor, romance, and drama of the onset of terrorism and the military missions to keep the United States safe. Another great read.. - A.S. Romberger, NMMI69

Once again, J. M. (Mike) Patton has knocked it out of the park! After just a few sentences into the novel, the reader moves from his own reality into the main character Jake's, Reading is experiencing Drums of War! - Tommy "T" Tatom

This story is the very fast-paced and exciting sequel to his first book West Point. I highly recommend it as not only an entertaining read but a look into the development of the bond between our military men and woman created by their unselfish service - Greg Graves, NMMI69

I recommend Patton's books to any reader of any genre. The characters are vibrant. The emotions enkindled are universal. He has captured not only the details of the West Point Military Academy experience but also the character traits that embody a graduate's service as an officer in the U.S. Army: Duty, Honor, Country. Drums of War reads like a thriller. - Wayne Springer

As a fan of military novels, I really liked reading Patton's second work, Drums of War. It ties in perfectly with his first book, West Point, of the trilogy. Its storyline and characters are both captivating and true to life. Patton's trilogy is an appealing story of military service during a very trying time in our national history, and I eagerly await the final book of this series. - Mike Herbert, CAPTAIN, USN (Ret)

I have read the first two books of the Full Measure trilogy, West Point and Drums of War, and found them connected and exceptional. As a cadet at USMA, 1963-67, I had similar experiences as those described for Jake Jacobs. - Dr. Daniel P Schrage, Professor Emeritus, Georgia Tech; COL USAR (Ret); Former SES Level 3, U.S. Army