This is the perfect book for fans of the movie An Officer and a Gentleman who wanted to know how the story ended. While it is a good read it is kind of a bitter sweet sequel.

An Officer and a Gentleman's Daughter: A Story of Redemption and Reconciliation** Douglas Day Stewart's "An Officer and a Gentleman's Daughter" is a poignant and compelling tale that delves into the complexities of family, loss, and redemption. As the official sequel to the iconic 1982 film, Stewart's novel offers a captivating glimpse into the lives of Zack Mayo and his estranged daughter, Shannon, decades after the events of the original story. Years after the tragic death of his wife, Zack Mayo faces a crossroads in his life. Forced into retirement from his illustrious military career, he grapples with the guilt and grief that have haunted him. Meanwhile, his daughter, Shannon, has struggled with addiction and the profound impact of her mother's passing. Having disappeared for years, Shannon's unexpected return as a student in her father's final class before retirement sets the stage for a deeply emotional journey of reconciliation. As Shannon strives to prove her recovery and pass her father's rigorous jet school training, secrets and unresolved issues emerge. The unforgiving challenges of jet school become a crucible for both father and daughter, testing their limits and forcing them to confront their past. Guided by the wisdom of an old mentor, they navigate a path fraught with guilt, grief, and long-buried truths. "An Officer and a Gentleman's Daughter" is a masterfully crafted story that explores the transformative power of forgiveness and the enduring bonds of family. With its rich characters, suspenseful plot, and deeply moving themes, Stewart's novel captivates readers from beginning to end, leaving a lasting impression of hope, redemption, and the enduring legacy of love.

ARC book…Well to say that I was excited to get picked to read this book was an understatement. The original Officer and a Gentleman is actually one of my favorite movies of all time. I believe I have watched it over 50 times and that’s downplaying it.

This book did NOT disappoint. It was all the feels and actually made me laugh and cry! Boy! did I cry 😢
Characters are all back and it’s great to see how they have grown and aged and where their lives are now.

Douglas Day Stewart did it right. You never really know when it’s a sequel but I am thrilled with this book. I really hope you can make this into a movie, so the world can enjoy it as much as I did!

I know it’s only February but I can already see this will be a top 10 book for the year for me! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The only thing I’m really sad about is I finished the book. Oh well I’ll read it again!