I read it in one sitting. I stayed up way to late. Iѓ??m so tired now but the characters are so wonderful you donѓ??t want to leave them.


I was excited for Sixteenth Watch, although a little apprehensive. Myke Cole does a fantastic job writing military books, but his inside knowledge can mean that some of it goes over my head, add in sci-fi and I was worried. But he caters for those without any military knowledge with a glossary at the back to check out when required. I do like that he doesn't hold back though, he trusts that the reader will be able to figure it out and I found the best way to go was just jump in and I didn't look at the glossary once. I made it through and I think I understood a fair chunk of it. Although I didn't need to understand all of the military jargon to be touched by the characters and the way they were brought together, the way they became a family. I didn't expect for this book to punch me in the feelings as often as it did.

This is such a powerful and moving book, I couldn't put it down. It's over 400 pages and I read it in two sittings. It's fast paced, with plenty of action, political manoeuvrings and some wonderful characters who you can't help but feel close to. I was drawn to the human struggle, the frustration with those above in the chain of command.
I found the book eerie as it reflects on our current events.
Mostly I found the story heart warming, even at the bleakest times. Myke Cole loved these characters and he made me love them. If I ever meet a Coast Guard, I may hug them.