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View through the eyes of a young recruit not quite sure how he ended up enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. This raw story gives readers the true insight into how a young eighteen year old transforms from civilian to hardcore Marine. US Marine Corps Boot Camp is more than most men can handle. Hawaiian Pineapple Jarhead transports you to the miserable Parris Island and training center of screaming drill sergeants and swamp-like conditions instead of the beautiful beaches of Hawaii.

Learning there is a different way of doing things doesn't come easy. Pineapple Sam learns through following his dreams and heading for the US mainland that the grass is not always greener on the other side. He finds new friends and even a few enemies while he tries to live life a bit differently. Learning new talents in the world of the cowboy give him some great experiences to share and a sense of what it is like for other people in the world.

Sam's day starts out as yet another business trip stuck in a hotel. This seemingly normal night turns into a wild ride. This story proves that the world can change in a moment. Sam climbs into a limo, moments later he is in a fight for his life. A life and death situation is the last thing Sam expected when he arrived at the Hotel in Chicago. The most exciting thing on his agenda for the evening is having dinner at the famous restaurant Ditka's.

Hijinks and young love are almost more than Pineapple Sam can handle. This story follows Sam, his best friends, Mando and Randy, and his brother, Hank, as they get into clean and not so clean trouble on the island. This book takes you on a teenager's journey of playing pranks, hiding trouble from your dad, and the nervousness that comes with falling in love. You'll fall in love with the bond between Pineapple Sam, his friends, and his brother.

Pineapple Sam has left the laid back days of beautiful surf and warm sand in Hawaii for the war riddled jungle of South Vietnam. Listen to Killing Peace and be prepared for a 100% authentic listen into the mind and life of a highly trained Marine. It's the life of Pineapple Sam.

Pineapple Sam does it again in his latest short novel set in Paradise on his home turf of the magical island of Kauai. He recounts tales of a long hot summer working in the pineapple fields with his friends and enjoying the cool, exciting nights as only fearless, exuberant teenagers can. Take a trip back to your teen years with this story.

Pineapple Sam was only one of two children in his family born in Hawaii. His family emigrated from the Philippines to Hawaii for a better life. This story takes you on the roller coaster of emotions that brought him into the world. You are soon swept up into the true work ethic of this dedicated family and the young entrepreneur that it spawns in Pineapple Sam. He works hard and he plays hard. While his ingenuity and ability to take action is inspiring, Pineapple Sam also gets into his fair share of trouble.