The Mucky Ducks a story based on the workings of a group of mercenaries called 'The Sea Eagles'


By Hendrick van der Zee
& Capt Harry Drake


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READERS COMMENTS

"A tale that is a perfect mix of humor, romance, and daring heroism. The Mucky Ducks is a must read for those that love a great action story which takes it's toll among those who's morality wins out over uncertain legalities."
Jim Bragg - Florida

"It truly is one of the most bizarre Books I have ever read. It's a real page turner and it's one of those Books where you turn the last page and just wish that it would go on for another 500 pages."
Terry Lacey - Canada

I consider myself an avid reader, always have a book going, and I mean ALWAYS. I read anything from romance to action and mystery. I found this story got me wanting to continue every time I picked up the book. I think the story pulls you in at the start and keeps getting better, getting to know the characters and where they come from, what makes them tick, etc... I would love to see this book in the US market, hope that day will come. Its also a great story that would (I think) do well at the movies, if they ever decide to go that route. I will cherish this book for years to come and will read it whenever I feel a bit down.
Donna Nye - Chicago

I loved this book. Action, intrigue, romance and wit, this book has it all. I couldn't put it down.
Mary Lou Scanlon - Pittsburgh,

In essence this is simply a well written, great story. It was a change to read about politically incorrect people who are both the bad guys and the good guys. The situations may have been exciting and strange but the people are very ordinary and normal. On the surface this is a high seas adventure - but deeper aspects of just about everything, including life itself, exist in every chapter. This book is a 'keeper' to be read over and over again.
Mal Day - Queensland

A very refreshing read. Nobody larger than life just real people in exceptional circumstances and how they deal with their day to day lives. Plenty of excitement, triumphs, disappointments all with a large dose of laughter and romance. A book full of amazing situations and intriguing charters, a story leaving you with the feeling of what boring lives the rest of us live. This is the sort of book you read time and time again.
Paul Turner – Queensland

Lately books have become very formalized and predictable. Finding this book was the best thing I have done in years. A huge story told with a lot of laughter and many tears. A story the way they used to be when every book had an individual identity. I will be reading it again and again
Keith Mason - London

This was put out as fiction but I tend to think there is a deal of truth hidden between these covers. As a retired Master Mariner I have heard of some of these exploits and am almost sure I once saw the Mucky Ducks in action. Even without that this is a marvelous read and a book that I will treasure and carry with me in my travels
Martin Blackstall - Sydney

I just have to write something. This book gave me back the ability to have wonderful dreams. I don't know what it was but the way it was written just dragged me into page. Not many people can tell a real love story when it's set against such a terrible background and about people that I suppose were almost the villains. I love their world, how different from the mundane existence we nearly all live.
Alice P - Bradford UK

I heard about this book, and wanted to see what the excitment was all about. From the very first page I could not put it down. It was a little bit of everything. I can't wait for the new one to come out. This is a good book for not only men but for women too.
Luanne Russo - Texas USA

This was a very unexpected book, I saw it completely by chance when searching the web for something else. It was the best find I ever made, every page pulled me further and further into the wonderful world of the Mucky Ducks. I will now wait impatiently for the sequel there has to be one ... please
John Davison
NY.NY

The Mucky Ducks is an incredible adventure story which is in turn an impassioned tale of love and loyalty. In short, it's got everything! I enjoy a good book where the heroes finish first against frightening odds. Combine the exploits of a somewhat reckless band of loving brothers with the sadness of one man's intense love affair gone wrong, and you will see why The Mucky Ducks did not let me down in any way. This well-written book combines romance and derring-do in a style that is both touching and exciting, with flashes of humor that make it a must-read for anyone who enjoys seeing what can happen when good young men willingly and fearlessly encounter the forces of evil.
Jack Evans
Florida, USA

Even for a Dutchie it is good reading stuff, if you love the sea and all that comes with it, the Mucky Ducks is a must to read. Enjoy it like I did.

Jacqueline
Amsterdam, Holland.

When I read a book it has to grab my interest in the first few pages or I put it down and move on to another. This book not only grabbed me but held on tight through every page. I loved it.
Thanks for the great read.
Linda
Austell, Georgia

The Mucky Ducks is one of those books that once you start, you just cannot put down. At times funny, sad, wry, difficult and touching; this book is a must read for those who know that there are others in this world who toil in the shadows to keep the rest of us just a little bit safer.
Lisa Pellmann Wisconsin, USA

Lots of Laughs and tears. Something always happening at every turn. This is a book you don’t want to put down. It becomes something that you put on your list of things to do each day…………read the book! There are good guys, bad guys and everything in between. It will keep you on your toes.
Carole Freeport, Texas

I will also leave a message on The When All Is Said And Done website. I know of the girl they called Anna Minet 'Red' in the book, her family lived close to mine in Denmark. Many stories were told of the wild redhead but none knew what happened to her until she returned home to die. Such a sad, sad story and reading the book was painful to me. Now I know about the missing years, good they were for one such as Anna Sonja, this was her real name but I will keep her last name to myself.
I think that everybody involved can comfort get because these websites keep the memory of some special people alive.

Hjordis West
Denmark & Australia - I married an Aussie

What a Book !!!! By far the best book I ever read. Overflowing with excitement, bravery,dedication and love. The world needs more men and women like The Mucky Ducks. They fought so bravely to protect us all from so much corruption on the Seas.I hope Harry will print more of his remarkable journey through life for us all to enjoy reading.

Mary Nell
Alabama,USA

First of all, I have said it before. I would have loved to have been a part of this band of MEN. The book was so well written and, of the few books I have read in my life, this one has to be the best of them all. I am sincere when I say that. It was so good, that I could hardly put it down. I almost got in trouble for reading it at work. I still did thoguh in my spare time. There is nothing I would like better than to meet Harry and share a drink with him, being it Scotch or Milk. The only dissapointment I have in the book is that, it had not been made into a movie. My wish is for it to hit the silver screen.
Thanks Harry for writing this book and sharing it with us all. You are truly a Man's man and I hope you get to write a sequel to this one.

God Bless and Good Health to you.
John (BJ) USA

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