Word of Honor (novel)
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| Word of Honor | |
| Author | Nelson DeMille |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre(s) | Novel |
| Publisher | Warner Books |
| Publication date | 1985 |
| Media type | Print (Hardback & Paperback) |
| Pages | 528 pp (first edition, hardback) |
| ISBN | ISBN 0-446-51280-X (first edition, hardback) |
| Preceded by | The Talbot Odyssey |
| Followed by | The Charm School |
Word of Honor is a 1985 novel by Nelson DeMille. The title refers to a pledge spoken by the main character in Vietnam.
It is about a man who served in the Vietnam war as a platoon commander. During the Battle of Hue, his men carried out a hospital massacre, and years after the wars end, when the event comes to light, he must face the consequences of his actions.
