The Red Stock Company by Troy Hibbs is a gripping exploration of a pivotal moment in modern military and geopolitical history. Hibbs courageously delves into the complex world of mercenary operations during the tumultuous period of the Vietnam War's conclusion and the Cold War's intense political landscape. Blending personal experiences with historical intrigue, Hibbs uncovers the rise of a mercenary group born from deep disillusionment with U.S. war policies. The narrative traverses from the power-laden corridors of Wall Street to the dangerous rice paddies of Vietnam, offering readers an intimate and comprehensive look at the intricate interplay between individual ambition, geopolitical stakes, and human resilience. Hibbs' approach transcends traditional historical narratives, providing a nuanced and deeply human perspective on a complex period of global conflict.

Author Troy Hibbs offers readers a highly engaging narrative that seamlessly blends the historical complexity of the subject matter with some wonderfully personal storytelling. I was particularly struck by the way he candidly portrays the moral dilemmas faced by individuals caught in the crosshairs of global political situations. His detailed descriptions of settings and events vividly transport readers directly into the heart of the action, creating an immersive read that feels deeply personal even as it educates. The ability to interweave individual struggles with broader narratives of conflict shows the human side of these very ugly events, revealing the deeply personal motivations behind the event itself. Hibbs' writing is both precise and emotionally resonant, with brilliant style when he reports on individual struggles and context and details for those who might not know much about the relationship between the military and the political and economic world. His narrative also goes beyond simple historical recounting, instead offering a profound exploration of human resilience, moral complexity, and the individual's role in larger geopolitical struggles, which leaves readers with inspiration about the difference each person can make to the world. Overall, I highly recommend The Red Stock Company as an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the human dimensions of historical conflict and military operations.

The Red Stock Company is a military-themed book working through the Vietnam War, Cold War espionage, and the horrors of biological warfare. A SEAL team led by Lt. Timothy Horton, and a team of Tigers under Army Lt. David Drew, carry out missions in Vietnam and Cambodia that involve ambushes, intelligence gathering, and harrowing jungle battles. Horton’s team discovers Soviet experiments in bioweapons tested on American POWs, while Drew’s unit faces relentless combat and logistical challenges. In Siberia, Soviet scientist Issuymorri oversees these experiments, alongside a horrified colleague. Meanwhile, Soviet officer Igor Nicholgrab uncovers KGB plans and turns US informant, pursued by his own government. CIA operative McCloy joins a covert organization manipulating U.S. military interventions for profit. When Horton is accused of rogue war crimes, he is forced to confront betrayal in the devastating puzzle of geopolitics during a tumultuous era.

“They’re not coming in here, not without a gunfight. This is a CIA building, we fight our own war.” Troy Hibbs' The Red Stock Company is a sweeping saga that dives deep into the brutal realities of biological and ground warfare, using a full chess board of moving pieces to push readers toward its checkmate. The book is chock-full of spectacularly fleshed-out characters and an arsenal of plotlines that, at first, don't necessarily feel connected. The book is massive and it does take time to fully engage with it. Hibbs' writing is either drawn from personal experience, extensive research, or a combination of both, and it's clear he is well-versed in warfare. The storylines are thorough. The most interesting to me is scientist Assuzi Issuymorri, whose arc could easily sustain a book of its own. The titular Red Stock Company doesn't play a major role until the end but does set the stage for its sequel, which promises a trip to Africa. Immersive, engrossing, and thoughtful. Recommended.

The Red Stock Company by Troy Hibbs is set at the dusk of the Vietnam War and drops readers straight into the firefight. Two highly distinguished lieutenants are sent to separate Southeast Asian countries while the rest of the coadjutors are pulling out. The machinations of the American military, the politicians calling the shots, CIA operatives, the Vietnamese allied with or fighting against communism, the work of a bioagent scientist, and agents of the KGB are given point-of-view vignettes. Through a network of roads and paths stretching from North to South Vietnam, passing through Cambodia, manpower and deadly materials are getting into the hands of the Viet Cong (VC). If Issuymorri has his way, the face of the war will change in a shocking twist, unless a way to temper the project by a mish-mash of unexpected alliances occurs.

The Red Stock Company by Troy Hibbs is an authentic rendering of the era and both the Vietnam War and the Cold War. Hibbs has a flair for strategy and structure that gives readers very little doubt that what occurs is, or was, within the realms of possibility. The details are as thick as a mortar barrage and the fight scenes are full-scale and almost cinematic, something readers get on multiple fronts due to the alternating point of view characters. Lt. Timothy Horton oozes with robust, red-blooded Americana, the Nicholgrabs are more mice than moles, and I'm pretty sure Assuzi Issuymorri was twirling a mustache off-page. Hibbs manufactures a whole cast and is so adept at it that I never forgot who was who. Not yet at the center but making its way there is the Red Stock Company, ready for profiteering off global conflict. For Hibbs and his readers, this is the future of the series, and fans who enjoy the likes of Clancy's Without Remorse will fall in love here.

Out on the battlefield, far from the comfort of home, family, and country, anyone and everyone can be the enemy. The little girl who crosses the street. The old man carrying a bag of rice. In war, death can come from anywhere. One misstep and the only way you get home is in a body bag. The Red Stock Company by Troy Hibbs is about an action-packed military operation featuring radical events resulting from the Second World War. It tells the story of a brave navy team with a special mission to hunt down a powerful weapon in Vietnam before a crazy scientist unleashes hell on Earth.

I fell in love with Troy Hibbs’ writing style. He writes detailed descriptions with a matter-of-fact tone that propels the story forward, ensuring every sentence contains heavy emotions that convey the characters’ deep burdens, motives, and thoughts. This was enhanced by each chapter opening at a different place in the story (tactically done) to create a worldview of the power struggle between countries and their governments. I enjoyed the ideals and stories of the soldiers. They held onto their principles without wavering. They protected people and each other without hesitation. They gave themselves time to grieve and embrace joy without hindering their work. Their struggles felt real. The action, plans, and strategic warfare mirrored real-life events, making me think I was watching a movie. I gladly recommend The Red Stock Company to anyone interested in military, espionage, and action stories.