“This is by far the best first-hand narrative of the maritime drug wars I have ever read. Extraordinarily detailed and expertly crafted so as to provide a nuanced appreciation of the Coast Guard’s leadership and expertise in the cat-and-mouse effort to interdict marijuana and cocaine off the Florida coast. Red Crew will be quickly devoured and readers will be asking author Jim Howe; “what’s next?” –Amazon Review
“A fascinating book, told by a sailor who combines the technical expertise of Tom Clancy and Pat Conroy’s mastery of the English language.” —Military Officer Magazine
“Adventure at its finest … truly nothing short of an inspirational page-turner.” — The Bulletin
“Howe narrates, in vivid detail, a stirring tale of small crew dynamics, innovative leadership, and improvisation, as he and his crew battle the threat of smuggling. Red Crew expertly captures the essence of life in the patrol boat fleet and is a thrilling tribute to the men and women who serve our great nation at sea.” —Admiral Robert J. Papp, Jr., 24th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard