I am in the process of reading "Fortunes of War" for the second time and I must say that the only thing wrong is that there is no movie for this. The action is described so well that I can take a few seconds while I am reading and see the action played out in my head.  A movie and a PC simulator game for this book would be a great addition.  I have read other books you have written and I love them all, but as an aviation enthusiast I find this one to play best to my imagination. The characters, story, and style of writing makes this a great book and I just wanted to thank you personally.
Good luck with all your future writings.
Gere Hulteen December 28, 2008

Hello Steve,
I'm in 9th grade at Castle High School in Newburgh, Indiana. I'm doing an English report about you. I think that FORTUNES OF WAR is the best book that I've ever read. I was wondering if you could tell me how you thought to write it. What inspired you to write it? I'm also a bit of an author myself and write often about air combat. Is personal fanticies a good thing to write about?
Kyle Hollman March 8, 2007
 
Mr. Coonts,
I have read most of your books and have The Traitor as my next to read. As much as I love Jake and Tommy and all of the stories, from Cuba to Liars and Thieves, I was wondering, will you ever write another book along the lines of Fortunes of War? That story has always been one of my favorites, with advanced technology concepts mixed with a future war.
Keith Hopkinson August 5, 2006
 
I just finished reading FORTUNES OF WAR. I enjoyed the entire story; I have read your other books and I knew it would be good. I wish I could write like that. Even though I do not know much about the aircraft, it is easy to gain such an understanding because of the way the story is written. Keep up the good work."
--Mark E. Luoma, August 31, 1999 "I just wanted to say that I truly love your books. From the moment I picked up FLIGHT OF THE INTRUDER, I was hooked. In my opinion you are a step above Tom Clancy. Your writing style leaves the reader wanting more in the end as Clancy's style leaves the reader bored to tears before you get to the climax in the plot. I have watched Jake Grafton grow from a cocky fighter jock to a distinguished admiral and loved every minute of it. I can't wait to see what he gets into in your new book CUBA. --Shane Hovatter, May 8, 1999

"I've been a fan of your novels for quite some time, and especially Jake Grafton. He is genuinely one of the memorable figures of the techno-thriller, and an equal to Jack Ryan (one of my other favorites). After THE INTRUDERS, I was concerned that we may not see Jake again. But your website has dispelled any fears I had. I can't wait to read CUBA! I didn't think you could out do yourself after FORTUNES OF WAR, but I liked what I read so far. August never seemed so far away. Your novels are classics of the genre, and certainly rival anything written by Tom Clancy or Larry Bond." --Matthew Comstock, April 1999

"You are the first author I have written though I read a great deal the work of many writers. I read primarily for entertainment but appreciate information and I believe your work is about the best I find at present. I recently read CANNIBAL QUEEN which was rather unique but very interesting. Fortunately, I have some flying experience from long ago and understood most of the descriptive material relative to flight technique and the air traffic systems and controls but I could see that a non-flyer would be lost. Your personal observations on life and the people of our country were often insightful and worth the read. FORTUNES OF WAR was fun but my personal favorite is FINAL FLIGHT closely followed by INTRUDERS. Thanks for the pleasure your efforts have brought an old man. I sincerely hope you can keep your "touch" since so many action-adventure writers seem to go stale as they achieve real success." -- Jack Meyer, April 1999

"I just finished FORTUNES OF WAR & I gotta tell ya, I was hooked early and finished it the same week I started it. I'm kinda bummed it's over. GOOD STORY TELLING. No more vacations, I WANT MORE..." --Chris Franklin, July 23, 1998

"I just finished reading FORTUNES OF WAR. It's the first book I've read by you and thought it was terrific. I am looking forward to reading you other novels. Thanks." --Jack Jordan, July 20, 1998

"I just finished FORTUNES OF WAR. I and my 21- and 15-year-old love your books. Keep them coming. Thanks for many good hours of reading." --Russell Massey, July 14, 1998

"I must say that his book is wonderful. I enjoyed it from the first page on. The submarine subplot was a nice touch, keep it up." --Dick Jennens, July 12, 1998

"Just finished reading FORTUNES OF WAR... very enjoyable. Thanks." --Anne Sloan, July 9, 1998

"Sir, I did not enjoy this book as much as I have your other books. It was slow getting started but great once the fighting started. I think I prefer Jake, Callie, Toad, and Rita, however." --Shelby Smith, July 7, 1998

"TWO THUMBS AND EIGHT FINGERS UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SUPERB!!!!!!!!!!" --John Collopy, July 7, 1998

"I am currently half-way thru FORTUNES OF WAR and am enjoying it thoroughly. Hope you sent Christiane Amanpour a signed copy with the relevant passages highlighted=)#)" --Jose Herculano, July 3, 1998

"Loved it!... sent my father a copy for dads day, however, the group should have taken a top notch air traffic controller with them." --John (The Nellis Tower Guy), July 1, 1998

"I just finished reading FORTUNES OF WAR. I enjoyed it very much, and I believe it to be your best work to date. Thank you." --Norm Smith, June 29, 1998

"Just finished reading FORTUNES OF WAR. While I certainly enjoyed it, I did miss Jake Grafton and wondered why he didn't have any part in this book... Hope Jake will be heard from again in some of your forthcoming books...
"I introduced my husband to your books..." --Carol Lindhuber, June 29, 1998

"Just finished FORTUNES OF WAR and wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed it. Great Book! As much as I liked Bob Cassidy, Pavel Saratov was my favorite character. Maybe we can meet him again sometime?"--Alan Bloom, June 27, 1998

"I couldn't put it down. I've been reading your novels for 10-12 years now and your newest book didn't let me down. I hope to be reading your books for another 10-12 years. Please keep up the good work." --Paul T. Nichols, June 20, 1998

"WOW! Your BEST yet! I really CARED about those people and the scenario was believable. Great story telling...
"...when I finished FORTUNES, went back and re-read some of the combat sequences just 'to savor' them. I wanted to write to say, thanks!" --Jay Lerman June 18, 1998

"I'm reading FORTUNES OF WAR and enjoying it." --Dale Brown, June 18, 1998

"Steve; I just finished FORTUNES OF WAR. I just cruised through it. It was as good as your Intruder series. I thoroughly enjoyed it." --Larry McGlynn, June 14, 1998

"Steve: I've read most of your books, and just finished FORTUNES OF WAR. Good job considering the long reach with the plot line. It's tough with the USSR out of business to find a good military confrontation situation. How about India v. Pakistan? Looking forward to your next one." --Bill VanDenburgh, June 14, 1998

"Like many of the emails I am sure you receive I will start mine with the I have been a big fan of yours ever since I read FLIGHT OF THE INTRUDER. I have all the Grafton novels in hardback and have just finished FORTUNES OF WAR." --Hugh Nystrom, June 13, 1998

"Great fun! Only one disappointment. None of these modern AVG flyers busy splashing Zekes thought to gimmick their smart skin to create temporary sharks teeth on the nose to raise the morale of jerks during flyovers of the base." --Jack McHugh June 12, 1998

"I just finished your latest, FORTUNES OF WAR, and thought it, in general, another good one, although a little weak for its ending. May I suggest you do another 'Intruder' book using the same characters as I think that is definitely your forte..." --Robert Niklaus July 26, 1998

"Just finished reading it. Great book!..." --Dick Harris, July 24, 1998

"Just finished the above book and I thoroughly enjoyed each action-packed page--and the story-line--quite amazing. This is the fifth book of yours I have read and enjoyed each one. I look forward to your next books and of course buying them and enjoying each one. What a bizarre twist the plot included as one is drawn to the remembrance of Pearl Harbor... I will continue to read your books and wish you well. They are exciting, and as a former Vietnam vet, I hold a special spot in my heart for aviation and adventure... Keep on writing. Congrats on the new book!" --Dave Helmer August 8, 1998

"I would just like to say that this was an incredible book. Once I began reading I could not put it down. It truly has become one of my favorite books of all time. In the future I will keep an eye out for your new novels." --Oscar H. Jovel, Jr. Aug 1, 1998

"To say that you are one of my favorite authors in an understatement." --Dick G. Jennens, July 12, 1998

"Mr. Coonts, I am stationed in Bosnia and received FORTUNES OF WAR from Amazon.com last week. I just wanted to commend you on another outstanding book. As usual, it was extremely difficult to put the book down. You made another lonely weekend in Bosnia exciting for me. Thank you." --CWO3 Kent Sapp USA, August 31, 1998

"I just finished FORTUNES OF WAR and all I can say is that you just passed Sosa and McGwire! Ah, but the real icing on the cake is your introduction of Alexander Kalugin on page 58. To date, I have yet to read a better description of President Bill Clinton. His name is not worthy of Caps. Just the opinion of a grass roots stick and rudder man. Looking forward to your next HOMERUN !" --Steve Estis, September 25, 1998

"Stephen: Your books are so realistic that I need either COMBAT PAY or FLIGHT PAY when I finish. I was a RADIO OPERATOR (MORSE CODE) while in KOREA in the 50s (right after the breakout of the PUSAN PERIMETER).... Keep up the good work. You are probably the best author I have ever read - including CLANCY. One thing I can say about your writing style: You capture attention on the first line of your books -- then hold it!. THANKS FOR LETTING ME BE THERE WITH YOU..." --Gregory Hardesty, October 2, 1998

"Just to let you know that I just finished FORTUNES OF WAR. Very good read, not, for me, great but good and entertaining. I like more in-depth intrigue backgrounds in my fiction but I enjoyed this enough to start reading your earlier novels. Thanks again for the entertainment." --Nate S., October 14, 1998