"Scout's Honor is riveting. John McNellis writes with an unstoppable drive, paving the way with telling details about places and people. A story about how the past is never the past, Ross MacDonald could not have done it any better. I very much enjoyed this novel." -Michael Connelly, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Lincoln Lawyer and the Harry Bosch series
"Eddie Kawadsky's teenage dream of becoming a heroic navy pilot turns into a nightmare when he reluctantly agrees to run drugs across the Mexican border. Running for his life, he takes a new name, joins the Marines, then lands in New York where he chases a new dream. As a brash real estate developer, he turns stolen cocaine into high-rise buildings and his awkward charm into finding the right woman. Yet holding fast to the guardrails of old friendship, true love and a Boy Scout's honor, Eddie discovers a greater truth about life and morality.
"In this wild and sweeping thriller, John McNellis puts his mastery of commercial real estate on full display. Scout's Honor opened up new worlds for me."
-Chris Matthews, veteran MSNBC anchor, Host of Hardball, bestselling author of Jack Kennedy: Elusive Hero
"Fast-paced, engaging. A story of personal redemption; timeless, even mythical in the opportunity offered by the Marine Corps-an opportunity Eddie Kawadsky takes-with the lessons and bonds that form the foundation of a new, redeemed life."
-Mel Spiese, Major General USMC (Ret)
"Prepare to stay up late! Scout's Honor will keep you on the edge of your seat rooting for its protagonist while trying to guess what happens next."
-John J. Geoghegan, bestselling author
"Scout's Honor is a gripping tale of a man tricked into smuggling drugs followed by his betrayal and violence. Yet, it is also a story of the ability to rise above one's past to carve a path of honor and selflessness, a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the power of redemption. A must-read for those seeking an enthralling narrative that explores the depths of human experience."
-James Doty, New York Times and international bestselling author of Into the Magic Shop: A Neurosurgeon's Quest to Discover the Mysteries of the Brain and the Secrets of the Heart
"Scout's Honor is the thrilling tale of a New York real estate developer haunted by his criminal youth. The galloping narrative contrasts the protagonist's wild success with his eternal struggle to keep his crimes hidden, exploring themes of redemption, identity, and the power of secrets. Set against the competitive backdrop of Manhattan's real estate scene, the novel dives deep into the protagonist's dual life, filled with tension, moral dilemmas, and the relentless pursuit of a legacy untainted by his past. McNellis's vivid portrayal of the city and its cutthroat industry, alongside his hero's complex and admittedly flawed character, make the compelling case that no one can truly escape his past."
-Vladimir Bosanac, Co-founder & Publisher, THEREGISTRY
"A fascinating character study of a man who changes in nearly every respect except for his drive to succeed and his capacity for love. Scout's Honor is a compelling page turner with twists you will never expect."
-Hannah Wood, author of Gary the Lion
