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Whispers in the Tall Grass

By: Nick Brokhausen
Narrated by: George Spelvin
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On his second combat tour, Nick Brokhausen served in Recon Team Habu, CCN. This unit was part of MACV-SOG (Military Assistance Command Vietnam Studies and Observations Group), or Studies and Observations Group as it was innocuously called. The small recon companies that were the center of its activities conducted some of the most dangerous missions of the war, infiltrating areas controlled by the North Vietnamese in Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia. The companies never exceeded more than thirty Americans, yet they were the best source for the enemy's disposition and were key to the US military being able to take the war to the enemy. This was accomplished by utilizing both new and innovative technology, and tactics dating back to the French and Indian Wars.

This small unit racked up one of the most impressive records of awards for valor of any unit in the history of the United States Army. It came at a terrible price, however; the number of wounded and killed in action was incredibly high. Those missions today seem suicidal. In 1970 they seemed equally so, yet these men went out day after day with their indigenous allies - Montagnard tribesmen, Vietnamese, and Chinese Nungs - and faced the challenges with courage and resolve.

Whispers in the Tall Grass is the second volume of Nick's riveting memoir of his time with MACV-SOG.

©2019 Nick Brokhausen (P)2019 Tantor

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OUTSTANDING

U S Marine here. Great book. I felt as I was there with you. I felt your pain and sorrow. my war was is the desert but combat is the same. Thank you brother for sharing part of your life with us.

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Excellent

Both the book and the performance are absolutely perfect. An excellent, brutally honest look into SOG in Vietnam and Laos. The incredible feats of these men and their montanyards and their Chinese nung. It’s amazing that any of them ever survived. My respect for these men boils over.

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outstanding!

As a Marine and a major history fan this is one of the best told stories on Vietnam I've heard. I've read about 13 and listened to 5 books on Vietnam and this is the one I already have recommend to a friend. God bless those warriors who fought and died in the jungle. The stories of their heroism should to heard by every American

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hyperbole filled good shtuff

great balance of mission and character development.. looking for similar books like, "across the fence"

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awesome, powerful sequel to "We Few"

This combination of story, author, and voice actor is once again superlative... very informative and entertaining reading / listening for an accurate historical boots on the ground portrayal of life in SOG in Vietnam in the 70s

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Fond memories

I enjoyed this book. The narrator had a pleasant voice and spoke clearly. I enjoyed the side stories. They reminded me of good times during my time in the Navy Intel corp

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Poignant Vietnam Memoir

Narration: a bit sing song, needs more variation in inflection and rate of speech.

Story: Humorous and sad at the same time.

Better than average and recommended.

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Great!

Love the detail and stories in this book. Shows what life in the Special forces was like in great detail.

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Good stuff!

A great sequel continues the story of some of the USA’s most renowned warriors and their native brothers-in-arms. Well written and well read!

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Whispers in the tall grass

Absolutely the best book out of all that I have listen to so far. The end was making me tear up. If you don’t listen to this author you will be missing one of the best.

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  • 05-12-21

Outstanding

This is the second book and equally as outstanding in every way as the first
If you want a no holes barred with wit account of this war look no further
Just simply outstanding

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  • Paul
  • 03-05-21

Long forgotten war

Read both books by Nick. loved the content and the harrowing tales of those brave young men of CCN.

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  • sean mitchell
  • 03-01-20

Wish it was longer!

Listened to the first and second book multiple times now. These books have everything the story, the humour, the action all described hilariously.

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  • Mr D
  • 05-10-23

So good I’ve listened to it twice !!

Great book and account of the SOG in Vietnam
Some laugh out load moments as the author recounts some of his and his pals antics !!
5 stars all round !!

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  • Steve B
  • 02-18-23

Awesome listening

Love the way Nick combines stories about the funny antics of some of the characters. Great job Nick and thank you for sharing your memories from way back when. The presenter did a great job bringing the story to life. Both this and We The Few 5 ⭐️

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  • 05-03-22

Super interesting and also really entertaining

Amazing exploits, and an intelligent perspective on the war effort and SF. Hilarious at times and inspriring how they worked as a tight knit unit with indigenous forces.

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  • Joshua
  • 02-08-22

Corking book

A very good insight into the small SF Recon units in Vietnam, well worth a read.
But ensure you listen to the 1st book afew men.

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  • 12-28-21

one of the best books ever written

we few and this book is the best vietnam books hands down and probably the best war books in general

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  • 11-17-21

A great follow up to "We Few"

A great second book, not quite as good as the first but still very enjoyable, full of drama and detail. As with the first book, the mix of harrowing and thought provoking events alongside the crazy antics used as a diversion from the horror produces a great listen.

Full marks to the narrator to how does the same excellent and transparent job of just telling the story.

What these guys went through is really impossible to comprehend or understand without being there but this is probably the next best thing.

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  • 10-28-21

outstanding

like it's sister book...its hilarious then harrowing...then hilarious again. these guys are some of the bravest to ever go into combat anywhere ever... a fascinating recounting of a man's adventure in Vietnam.

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  • 05-06-21

dirty whore.........got your attention??

struggled to get into the first book but glad I persevered, I would thoroughly recommend this to who understand the military humor and mischief antics that others frown at or don't understand.

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  • 04-27-21

Great book

Great book. Excellent narrator. Represents the black humour of the forces well in my opinion. Can’t imagine what these guys went through.

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  • Jason Butler
  • 06-05-23

Amazing Story!

I absolutely loved this book.
One of the best books I read or listened to
It's got it all, action, humour and at times sadness.
Very highly recommended

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  • 04-08-23

Whispers

I thought this particular book was awesome! Having served and listening to the shenanigans of these Soldiers whilst on leave, left me in stitches, great listen. Cheers

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  • Gil C.
  • 02-22-23

Simply amazing

After the first book “we few” I was so happy to find there was another and a lil scared it wouldn’t stand up to it. Well those fears were unwarranted this book was simply amazing not only all the excitement and humour of the first but full of warmth and brotherhood. I think I’ll start them again straight away.

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  • Brenton
  • 01-17-23

One of the best war/ Vietnam books ever written.

For those who have military experience, this will remind them of all things, and for those who don't, it'll be a unique insight.

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  • Bradley J Beecroft
  • 10-15-22

Excellent bool

Perfectly narrated.
Full of humour and insight.
Does not get bogged down with military speak.

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  • Anonymous User
  • 07-01-22

tops

great book. one of the best insights into the day to day of a Veitnam era Green beret .
100% reccomend.

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  • 06-09-22

Beautiful

Haunting, funny as hell, poignant.
I hope Nick and Bong meet each other again on the other side.

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  • 04-29-22

excellent

loved this book. bloody funny and very serious at the same time. Hope more books come out like this one

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