The Ville Rat

Set in 1974 South Korea, this audiobook follows US Eighth Army CID agents Sergeants George Sueño and Ernie Bascom as they investigate the mysterious death of a young woman found on the frozen banks of the Sonyu River, alongside a carefully calligraphed poem. Their inquiry brings them into contact with the US Army's Second Infantry Division, challenging their desire to uncover the truth amid military discipline and hierarchy. With engaging protagonists and a vivid portrayal of life in 1970s South Korea, the story offers a compelling glimpse into the complexities faced by those stationed abroad in the aftermath of war.