Days of Steel Rain - by Brent E Jones

The USS Astoria, a newly-built warship named after its sunken predecessor, takes center stage in this epic drama of an unlikely group of men forced to work together against an increasingly desperate enemy during the final year of World War II.

Captain George Dyer, determined to avenge his previous wounds and salvage his career, faces tensions among the crew, including replacements, retreads, and older men who are broken by previous traumatic combat.

Despite these challenges, the ship is called upon to respond to various missions, including daring rescue operations in the Philippines and a gallant turn at Iwo Jima.

Through secret diaries and memoirs, Days of Steel Rain brings to life more than a decade of research and firsthand interviews, providing an unprecedented insight into the singular drama of a captain grappling with mutiny amidst some of the most brutal fighting of World War II.

This gripping account will keep you on the edge of your seat as you follow the crew of the USS Astoria through their unforgettable journey.