Nelson DeMille has done it again. This thoroughly researched novel is nothing short magnificant in its sweeping view of Vietnam; both in its current state and during the war years from 1968-1972. Combining mystery, violence, love, sex, intrigue and chilling confrontation, Up Country offers readers a genuine opportunity to explore a subject few really dare to tackle.Vietnam Veterans will have the opportunity to revisit the war, the places and detailed accounts of the battles that took place.In the spirit of "Heart Of Darkness", DeMille is as good as it gets for incorporating history and contemporary issues confronting Americans and Vietnam. If this wonderful novel has any flaw it is that it starts slow, but the reader is advised to work through the beginning, as quickly you are drawn into the network of intrigue that will rivit you to the very end of the book.A Most Excellent read. Truly one of the better novels you'll read this year.