I was trained in Army Intelligence, but spent most of my army career in the infantry. But like many people of my generation, I was very much caught up in the Cold War, and books and movies about espionage.

I've always been fascinated by the Gold Coast. The homes themselves are spectacular, unlike anything you'll see other than in Newport, Bar Harbor or Palm Beach. It's a very special area that, because of local demographics, is not going to survive much longer.

I had a very strong desire to be successful at something.

Chemical and biological attacks are scary and will kill a lot of people but dont rise to the level of nuclear.

I try to use short sentences, short paragraphs and short chapters to keep the reader's interest.

Ernest Hemingway was the author I drew inspiration from.

G.I. humor is similar to cop humor.