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“In the pursuit of authenticity, of accurate history and undeniable courage, no words matter more than, ‘I was there. Read Luck of the Draw and the life of Frank Murphy and ponder this: how did those boys do such things?” ―Tom HanksThe epic true story of an American hero who flew during WWII, soon to be featured in the upcoming Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks TV Series, Masters of the Air.Beginning on August 17, 1942, American heavy bomber crews of the Eighth Air Force took off for combat in the hostile skies over occupied Europe. The final price was staggering. 4,300 B-17s and B-24s failed to return; nearly 21,000 men were taken prisoner or interned in a neutral country, and a further 17,650 made the ultimate sacrifice. Luck of the Draw is more than a war story. Its the incredible, inspiring story of Frank Murphy, one of the few survivors from the 100th Bombardment Group, who cheated death for months in a German POW camp after being shot out of his B-17 Flying Fortress.Now with a new foreword written by his granddaughter Chloe Melas, of CNN, and daughter Elizabeth Murphy.“A gripping, inspirational account of incredible bravery, resilience, and sheer will to survive. A truly extraordinary story!” ―General David Petraeus, U.S. Army (Ret.)

In the thrilling novel "Luck of the Draw" by Frank D. Murphy, readers are taken on a captivating journey filled with intrigue, suspense, and unexpected twists. The story revolves around Jake Bennett, a former professional poker player who finds himself caught in a dangerous game of chance.

As Jake struggles to overcome his past mistakes and rebuild his life, he is drawn into a high-stakes poker tournament with life-altering consequences. The tournament, organized by a mysterious group known as The Syndicate, promises a life of wealth and luxury to the winner.

As Jake navigates through the tournament, he discovers that the stakes are much higher than he initially thought. He finds himself entangled in a web of deceit, betrayal, and hidden agendas. The players are not just competing for money; they are fighting for their lives.

With each hand, Jake's skills and determination are tested as he faces off against formidable opponents. However, he soon realizes that the game is rigged, and The Syndicate has a sinister plan in store for the participants.

As Jake delves deeper into the tournament, he uncovers a conspiracy that extends beyond the poker table. He finds himself caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse, racing against time to expose the truth and save himself and the other players.

With his back against the wall, Jake must rely on his wits, courage, and resilience to survive. He must make daring moves, outsmart his opponents, and uncover the secrets The Syndicate desperately tries to hide.

In a climactic showdown, Jake confronts the masterminds behind the tournament and exposes their malevolent intentions. The fate of the players and the truth behind The Syndicate's sinister plan hang in the balance as Jake makes his final, fateful move.