Prodigals

Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, the story follows Lieutenant Taylor as he navigates the brutal realities of combat during the Tet General Offensive. Initially seeking adventure, he finds himself in a harrowing situation with just one fellow American and a small group of ARVN soldiers, forced to counterattack in their own city amidst the chaos of the muddy Mekong. The narrative explores themes of growth, survival, and the stark contrast between expectations and the harsh truth of war.