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Watch on the Rhine (Posleen War Series #7) Hardcover – August 2, 2005

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In the dark days after the events in the book Gust Front, but before the primary invasion, the Chancellor of Germany faces a critical decision. Over the years, with military cutbacks, the store of experienced military personnel had simply dwindled. After the destruction of Northern Virginia, he realized that it was necessary to tap the one group he had sworn never, ever, to recall: the few remaining survivors of the Waffen SS. Watch On the Rhine is perhaps the most unbiased, and brutal, look at the inner workings of the Waffen SS in history. Meticulously researched, it explores all that was good, and evil, about the most infamous military force in history using the backdrop of the Posleen invasion as a canvas.

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August 2, 2005
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6.13 x 1.13 x 9.25 inches
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0743499182
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978-0743499187
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Starred Review. An axiom of military science is that an army reflects the society it protects, but what happens when that society is confronted with a crisis its dominant ideology can't solve? In this provocative addition to the Posleen War series, a galactic civilization genetically predisposed toward pacifism offers humanity advanced technology so that we can defend ourselves (and them) from the only other sentient species capable of violence—think "Mongol horde in space." After the first enemy landings in 2004, the German chancellor decides, despite fierce opposition, to rejuvenate survivors of the Waffen SS. Eager to redeem their tarnished honor, these veterans display the same steadfastness and fortitude that they did in Russia and Normandy. Ringo (Hell's Faire) and Kratman (A State of Disobedience) pull no punches in this audacious and deliberately shocking effort, contrasting the ruthlessness of the (mostly) former Nazis with the contemporary politicians' disastrous insistence on forcing reality into a politically correct mold. Readers who can overcome their ideological gag reflex will be rewarded with an exciting view from "the other side of the hill." (Aug.)
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John Ringo is the author of the New York Times best-selling Posleen War series, so far comprising A Hymn Before Battle, Gust Front, When the Devil Dances, and Hell's Faire. He is also co-author with David Weber of the Prince Roger series, so far consisting of March Upcountry, March to the Sea, and March to the Stars. He has appeared on Fox News as a guest commentator and has written an op-ed column for the New York Post. A veteran of the 82nd Airborne, he brings first-hand knowledge of battle and the military life to his SF.

Tom Kratman is author of A State of Disobedience (Baen). In 1974, at age seventeen, he became a political refugee and defector from the PRM (People's Republic of Massachusetts) by virtue of joining the Regular Army. He attended Boston College after his first hitch, then rejoined the Army until after the Gulf War, when he decided to become a lawyer. Every now and again, when the frustrations of legal life and having to deal with other lawyers got to be too much, Tom would rejoin the Army (or a somewhat similar group, say) for fun and frolic in other climes. His family, muttering darkly, still puts up with this. Tom is currently an attorney practicing in southwest Virginia.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Baen; 1st Edition (August 2, 2005)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 352 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0743499182
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0743499187
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.15 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.13 x 1.13 x 9.25 inches

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I'm a professional author of... Well, I used to say "science fiction." Then came There Will Be Dragons, which is sf with a distinct fantasy twist. Then came Ghost which is techno-thriller crossed with porn. Then came Princess of Wands, a Christian soccer mom battling demons through the power of God. Who knows what's next? Children's books? (I've actually got that one mapped out. You see, there's this girl who is raised by dolphins... You think I'm joking, don't you?)
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Kevin, New Mexico

Shocking, but well written.

Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2019

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How do you convey the horror, disgrace, and utter inhumanity of the Nazis, while exposing the flawed humanity of some soldiers of the SS? Somehow this book does that - never excusing the atrocities, but still leaving you to remember that even some of those in the black uniforms were men with families, emotions, and even guilt. Truly thought provoking.

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Marcus Regulus

A fast-paced book made to shock.

Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2018

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This was a book made to shock. It does ask the tough questions though, where is the line when you truly believe your civilization maybe wiped out? How far do you go before the choices you make change you or your society?It is definitely told from a conservative point of view view. And unfortunately, almost all the liberals are shown to be either knaves or fools. Still the book moves along at a very fast pace and keeps you turning the pages.

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Garry H

Holy hell, shocking and awesome.

Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2020

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Stop reading this and read this book. This is one of the best stories I have read in a while. The story is creative, but the characters are the best part, so vivid and clear, they're real freaking people.

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George Eubanks

Good story

Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2020

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It's a good read did like the story and the place it happened in. Another of Ringo's Ringo's good works.

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Alex

Panzer Commanders Vs Aliens? 100% a good read

Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2021

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Dinosaur aliens? Check. Sci-fi story line? Check. WW2 German Panzer commanders who are fighting aliens? 100% check. The story sounds ridiculous however this is an awesome book. The flashbacks and how the Panzer Commanders are brought back to life to fight aliens actually works. It’s good if you want a left field sci-fi book that isn’t your normal astronaut or space exploration book…

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P. Tsadiasi

The European Frontlines

Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2012

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This time it's the European battle front. The authors made this a late night page turner from beginning to end. Who cares that I got to wake up early the next day, I got to find out what happens in the next chapters. From the devious Darhel working in the background to the HVM rounds at the front lines, there are stories lines that interweave throughout this book that will not let you put the book down. The most intriguing plot is the decision to bring forth the Nazi veterans of WWII. The idea is first abdominable, but the authors treat this with grace. This is a must read for fans of military fiction. Read it just to find out how the Nazis fare in their resurrection. Find out how the Posties fare.
The authors make a great team. There is intrigue and subplots that take your emotions up and down like a roller coaster. I don't go into details, because I don't like being a spoiler.

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Stony

This is a book that could stand alone from the series

Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2019

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I've read this book in the series at least 4 times over the years. Great characters that make you care what happens to them!! There are SO many good books in this series, but this is my favorite.

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Richard S. McEnroe

Not a book for the politically squeamish! That's the best part!

Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2019

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It was the feel-good novel of 2005! and probably popped more heads than the Pos'leen..

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jlight

Great addition to the series

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 1, 2018

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Great book. I couldn't put it down. A few negative reviews, both here and on other sites, seem to be based on a dislike of the authors' portrayal, European politics and politicians at their worst ( though in my opinion as someone who does a lot of business in both Germany and France these portrayals, particularly in regard to Bavaria, are very well observed. The detractors are missing the point. A great book, a great read. If you lean towards the left politically then probably not for you, but then probably nor are any other of John Ringo's works.

J. G. Taylor

Best of the Ringo books so far

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 14, 2013

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This one really hit the spot for me. Gone is most of the military lingo, things are explained in a nice sensible way.

Not all the 'good guys' get to make it to the end of the book and the ones that do are shaken up by what they have to do. The Posleen get a bit more background explanation and some of the human acts horrify them. The Indowy solution to continuing the fight is a fantastic bit of logical thinking, brilliant.

It is fiction though. The SS were not such brilliant troops in real life, trained to follow orders certainly but there are times when a bit of free thinking on the battlefield is the best solution to the problem. Would the Germans call new tanks Tigers? I doubt it probably another big cat name. The design of the tanks are ludicrous, so this is fantasy sci-fi but certainly fun to read. And I really felt for all of the characters, along their individual journeys.

Very glad I bought and read this book.

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Johns

Brilliant addition to the legacy of aldenata series

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 22, 2016

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If you like the other books in the series, you will love this.
I was at first fearful that perhaps resurrecting the dreaded SS was risky and wrong. The way the book portrays them however is very balanced and fair.
Yes there are one or two nasty nazis amongst them, participants of the baba yah massacre and the infamous camp guards, but it is balanced by an idea of never really considered before. That like many other veterans of elite units, some soldiers wanted to serve in the most elite cadre available, I remember some 101st airborne vets saying that of they were going into battle they wanted the best fighting alongside them.
I think the book realistically illustrates the political agony of the decision to bring back this unit to fight the alien horde. It is quite ironic that a force which once spearheaded the conquest of Europe is now in the vanguard of protecting it against the worst threat man has known.
It is a very well balanced book which does things tastefully and deosnt seek to glorify past actions of the SS, but neither does it shy away from the truth...in the darkest times, darker men are needed to see the job through.
My favourite book of the series so far, refreshing to see a European perspective of the alien invasion, well done to the authors, how's about a story of little England ls struggle next?

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Richard Andrews

A good well written book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 15, 2016

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A good well written book. Enjoyed it, I like the fact that Ringo seems happy to kill of the characters.

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Zon Customer

Great book from an alternate history master

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 30, 2015

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Everything you expect from a damn good John Ringo novel

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