Trending Bestseller

Personal Justice

Richard D. Lee

No reviews yet Write a Review
Hardback
25 August 2004
$54.00
In Stock: Ships in 3-5 Days
In Stock: Ships in 7-9 Days
Hurry up! Current stock:
Personal Justice is an action packed fictional drama of retribution against Osama bin Laden for the attacks on America on September 11, 2001. The retribution is carried out by a grief-stricken father, William ¡®Dutch¡¯ Vandedroff, a retired United States Marine and covert operations specialist who loses his only daughter in the collapse of the World Trade Center.Personal Justice begins in a remote village on the northwestern frontier of Iraq, just hours after the start of the ground War during Operation Desert Storm in February ¡ö 1991. Saddam Hussein and an unknown Islamic extremist are meeting secretly to plan a Jihad or Holy Wax against America and its allies. Dutch and his close friend, Muhammed, a CIA operative, are sent to assassinate Hussein and the Islamic extremist.Dutch and Muhammed have their targets in sight, but just a split second before they fire they are interrupted by a priority message that aborts their mission. Its one minute past eight o¡¯clock on the morning of February 28,1991, and a cease fire has gone into effect - the Gulf War is over. Something deep in Dutch¡¯s gut tells him to disregard the order and take the shot, but he is trained to follow orders. Dutch and Muhammed Stand down and watch as Saddam Hussein and the Islamic extremist vanish into the desert. Several years later they learn that the Islamic extremist was none other than Osama bin Laden.On September 11,2001, Dutch, now retired, rushes to New York City after watching his daughter¡¯s building collapse. He is desperate to find his daughter and make sure that she is okay. An Emergency Medical Technician assisting with the evacuation of Manhattan, a former Marine, recognizes Dutch and offers his help to find his daughter. Two other officers join the search. All are former military and were trained by Dutch during their military careers.Dutch learns his daughter is among the missing and presumed dead. He regrets not following his gut feeling to take out Hussein and bin Laden in 1991. He feels responsible and begins to formulate a plan to rectify that missed opportunity in the Iraqi desert, and to avenge the deaths of his precious daughter and the thousands of other innocent victims.The New Yorkers learn of Dutch¡¯s plan and volunteer in spite of his objections. Dutch contacts his old friend Muhammed and asks for his help with the logistics and planning. Muhammed joins the team and uses his CIA network to give the team access to intelligence, funding, travel documents, and ground support in France, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. Using the cover of food aid workers, Dutch and his team travel from Ground Zero to Canada, France, Pakistan, and then through the Khyber Pass into Afghanistan.They search the mountainous areas of Afghanistan, that the world has come to know as Tora Bora. After capturing and interrogating two al Qaeda fighters, they learn that bin Laden is due to visit a cave complex called the Fortress within a day or two. They discover the location of the Fortress from an unexpected source and stake it out.Dutch and his team spring into action with the arrival of bin Laden. Dutch¡¯s wife had told him to make sure he looks into bin Laden¡¯s eyes when he sends bin Laden to hell. Dutch is determined to follow her instructions to the letter. But the cost of seeking justice for his daughter is extremely high¡ªDutch is injured, one member of his team is severely wounded, another is killed¡ªand Muhammed is missing.

This product hasn't received any reviews yet. Be the first to review this product!

$54.00
In Stock: Ships in 3-5 Days
In Stock: Ships in 7-9 Days
Hurry up! Current stock:

Personal Justice

$54.00

Description

Personal Justice is an action packed fictional drama of retribution against Osama bin Laden for the attacks on America on September 11, 2001. The retribution is carried out by a grief-stricken father, William ¡®Dutch¡¯ Vandedroff, a retired United States Marine and covert operations specialist who loses his only daughter in the collapse of the World Trade Center.Personal Justice begins in a remote village on the northwestern frontier of Iraq, just hours after the start of the ground War during Operation Desert Storm in February ¡ö 1991. Saddam Hussein and an unknown Islamic extremist are meeting secretly to plan a Jihad or Holy Wax against America and its allies. Dutch and his close friend, Muhammed, a CIA operative, are sent to assassinate Hussein and the Islamic extremist.Dutch and Muhammed have their targets in sight, but just a split second before they fire they are interrupted by a priority message that aborts their mission. Its one minute past eight o¡¯clock on the morning of February 28,1991, and a cease fire has gone into effect - the Gulf War is over. Something deep in Dutch¡¯s gut tells him to disregard the order and take the shot, but he is trained to follow orders. Dutch and Muhammed Stand down and watch as Saddam Hussein and the Islamic extremist vanish into the desert. Several years later they learn that the Islamic extremist was none other than Osama bin Laden.On September 11,2001, Dutch, now retired, rushes to New York City after watching his daughter¡¯s building collapse. He is desperate to find his daughter and make sure that she is okay. An Emergency Medical Technician assisting with the evacuation of Manhattan, a former Marine, recognizes Dutch and offers his help to find his daughter. Two other officers join the search. All are former military and were trained by Dutch during their military careers.Dutch learns his daughter is among the missing and presumed dead. He regrets not following his gut feeling to take out Hussein and bin Laden in 1991. He feels responsible and begins to formulate a plan to rectify that missed opportunity in the Iraqi desert, and to avenge the deaths of his precious daughter and the thousands of other innocent victims.The New Yorkers learn of Dutch¡¯s plan and volunteer in spite of his objections. Dutch contacts his old friend Muhammed and asks for his help with the logistics and planning. Muhammed joins the team and uses his CIA network to give the team access to intelligence, funding, travel documents, and ground support in France, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. Using the cover of food aid workers, Dutch and his team travel from Ground Zero to Canada, France, Pakistan, and then through the Khyber Pass into Afghanistan.They search the mountainous areas of Afghanistan, that the world has come to know as Tora Bora. After capturing and interrogating two al Qaeda fighters, they learn that bin Laden is due to visit a cave complex called the Fortress within a day or two. They discover the location of the Fortress from an unexpected source and stake it out.Dutch and his team spring into action with the arrival of bin Laden. Dutch¡¯s wife had told him to make sure he looks into bin Laden¡¯s eyes when he sends bin Laden to hell. Dutch is determined to follow her instructions to the letter. But the cost of seeking justice for his daughter is extremely high¡ªDutch is injured, one member of his team is severely wounded, another is killed¡ªand Muhammed is missing.

Customers Also Viewed

Discover Books for Every Interest at BookLoop

Discover your next great read at BookLoop, Australia's trusted online bookstore offering a vast selection of titles across various genres and interests. Whether you're curious about what's trending or searching for graphic novels that captivate, thrilling crime and mystery fiction, or exhilarating action and adventure stories, our curated collections have something for every reader. Delve into imaginative fantasy worlds or explore the realms of science fiction that challenge the boundaries of reality.

Books on Hobbies, Crafts, Gardening, and More

For those with a green thumb, our comprehensive range of gardening books provides insights and tips for all levels of enthusiasts. If you're aiming to enhance your financial acumen, our selection of finance, business, and management books offers valuable knowledge from industry experts. Craft lovers will appreciate our assortment of handicrafts, decorative arts, and crafts books, perfect for inspiring your next project. Engage your mind with our collection of hobbies, quizzes, and games books, or explore the mystical with our fortune-telling and divination guides.

Transport, Contemporary Fiction, and Picture Books for Kids

Transportation aficionados can immerse themselves in our extensive transportation books, including detailed works on road and motor vehicles. Young readers are not left out, with a delightful array of picture books and early learning concepts designed to educate and entertain. Fans of contemporary narratives will find compelling stories in our contemporary fiction section. Embark on epic journeys with our fantasy and science fiction titles, or gain inspiration from real-life tales in our biographies and true stories collection. Health-conscious readers can explore our health and wholefood cooking books, focusing on specific diets and conditions.

School Books, Teacher Resources, and Academic Textbooks

Textbooks for Primary, Secondary, and Higher Education

BookLoop proudly supports the educational needs of students and schools across Australia. Our textbook collection includes school books and teacher resources for every phase from primary school books, secondary school books, and essential titles for TAFE courses, vocational training, and university study. Each book is selected to align with curriculum outcomes and classroom needs, making it easy for schools and teachers to plan ahead.

Teacher Resources and Classroom Support Materials

From structured lesson planning to engaging student activities, our wide range of school books and teacher resources provides essential tools for educators. You’ll also find dedicated school and preschool teacher materials designed for early years education, classroom support, and intervention. Teachers can access a reliable selection of workbooks, literacy and numeracy programs, assessment tools, and professional development guides all in one place.

Books for Early Learning Centres and Childcare Professionals

Support the earliest stages of education with our curated range of early childhood care and education books. These titles are ideal for early learning centres, preschools, and childcare settings, offering age-appropriate resources that build foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and emotional development. Families and educators alike trust our resources for quality, clarity, and classroom effectiveness.

Bulk Book Orders for Schools and Educational Institutions

We make bulk school book orders simple and efficient. Schools, libraries, and early learning centres can rely on BookLoop for competitive pricing, fast shipping, and expert support when sourcing large quantities of textbooks and educational materials. Whether you’re restocking for a new term or ordering resources for an entire class, our bulk ordering system ensures convenience and accuracy every step of the way.

Stay Up to Date with Book Trends

Explore our new releases for the most recent additions in romance books, fantasy books, graphic novels, crime and mystery books, science fiction books as well as biographies, cookbooks, self help books, tarot cards, fortunetelling and much more. With titles covering current trends, booktok and bookstagram recommendations, and emerging authors, BookLoop remains your go-to local australian bookstore for buying books online across all book genres.

Explore the Latest and Most Loved Books

Stay updated with the literary world by browsing our trending books, featuring the latest bestsellers and critically acclaimed works. Explore titles from popular brands like Minecraft, Pokemon, Star Wars, Bluey, Lonely Planet, ABIA award winners, Peppa Pig, and our specialised collection of ADHD books. At BookLoop, we are committed to providing a diverse and enriching reading experience for all.