Paul Downhour

Domain of the Golden Dragon

About The Book

Domain of the Golden Dragon

This historical novel is a heartwarming story about love that endures the atrocities of the Vietnam Conflict and continues until it ends with a vicious act of terrorism in the early 1980’s. It deals with Vietnam, the horrors of warfare, international intrigue, and modern day terrorism in a historical storyline of passion and love. Having been forced to join the Vietcong by her brother, Meako’s hated assignment is to work at Saigon’s elaborate club, the Golden Dragon, and obtain military information. Coming from a broken home, Ralph Jackson joins the Marine Corps after college graduation. He is commissioned a Second Lieutenant and his first assignment is at the United States Embassy in Saigon. There is an instant attraction when they meet, but Lieutenant Jackson is severely injured during the Tet Offensive. His military career continues to advance, but his love for Meako drives his desire to continually return to Saigon as he attempts to locate her.

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