Drawing on vivid recollections from participants in the great struggle for the Solomons and from other primary sources, Cox delivers a fast-paced, detailed and highly readable account of the pivotal struggle in the South Pacific. The reader will find Dark Waters, Starry Skies a rich and rewarding experience.

History of War

This is an excellent book, providing a highly detailed and engaging account of the Solomons campaign.

The Naval Review

One of the best-ever books written about the Pacific War's Guadalcanal-Solomons Campaign conducted between the first of March and the end of October 1943…the definitive history of the most critical episode in the Pacific War…sobering, riveting history.

ARGunners

A definitive and engrossing history which that deftly weaves together both strategy and tactics, enhanced for the reader with a blow-by-blow account of every battle at a vital point in the Pacific War…

Midwest Book Review

This work is thorough and well written. The level of detail in the text demonstrates the extensive research done on both combatants. The numerous first-hand accounts bring the actions to life with their vivid descriptions.

WWII History Magazine

The research is spot on and woven in a nice, generally chronological order. You get a real feel for the campaigns, strategy, and action… Enjoyed it.

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