Escape From Saigon: A Gripping Tale of Survival and Courage

In the tumultuous final days of the Vietnam War, as the North Vietnamese forces closed in on Saigon, a young Vietnamese family embarked on a desperate journey to escape the chaos and violence that engulfed their country.

Escape from Saigon: A Novel

by Dick Pirozzolo

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3334 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	265 pages
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Escape from Saigon, a gripping historical novel by acclaimed author Larry Berman, tells the harrowing story of the Le family as they navigate the treacherous waters of the South China Sea in search of a new life. Through vivid imagery and suspenseful plot twists, Berman paints a vivid picture of the human cost of war and the resilience of the human spirit.

A Family Torn Apart

The Le family is a microcosm of the Vietnamese people who suffered through the long and bloody Vietnam War. The patriarch, Mr. Le, is a former civil servant who has lost everything in the war. His wife, Mrs. Le, is a strong and resourceful woman who is determined to protect her family at all costs. Their two children, 12-year-old Linh and 10-year-old Mai, are innocent victims of the conflict.

As the North Vietnamese army advances on Saigon, the Le family is forced to flee their home. They join a desperate throng of refugees who are trying to escape the city by any means possible. The family boards a crowded boat that is bound for Thailand, but their journey is anything but smooth.

A Perilous Journey

The boat is overcrowded and unsanitary, and the refugees are subjected to harsh conditions. They are constantly harassed by pirates and smugglers, and they are always on the lookout for Vietnamese patrols. The journey is a test of their endurance and their will to survive.

Linh and Mai are especially vulnerable to the dangers of the journey. They are young and innocent, and they do not understand the horrors of war. They are also easy targets for the pirates and smugglers who prey on refugees.

Despite the dangers, the Le family refuses to give up hope. They cling to the belief that they will eventually reach safety. Their journey is a testament to the power of the human spirit and the unbreakable bonds of family.

A New Beginning

After a long and arduous journey, the Le family finally arrives in Thailand. They are granted asylum and are able to start a new life in a peaceful country. However, the scars of the war will never fully heal. The family has lost everything, and they must now rebuild their lives from scratch.

Escape from Saigon is a powerful and moving story about the human cost of war. It is a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of family.

Escape from Saigon: A Novel

by Dick Pirozzolo

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3334 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	265 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE