In 1943, 370,000 German prisoners of war arrived in America. Thousands were penned at Camp Maxey, Texas where MP Sergeant Twig Chestnutt was preparing to ship over for the invasion of Normandy. When President Roosevelt decreed that POWs work as laborers to replace American boys gone off to war, Twig is assigned as the guard for POWs Kraus, Edwin, and Wilhelm who live, work, and find love in Palomino. Appointed Constable by the Palomino town council, Twig becomes involved in the aftermath of bank robberies, murders, and town secrets. Three 5 STAR REVIEWS by Readers' Favorite Reviewers K.C. Finn 11/22/2018 Palomino: Afrika Korps P-O-Ws Come to Town is a work of interesting historical fiction written by author Tank Gunner. When faced with the problem of what to do with a huge surplus of German prisoners of war during World War Two, part of the solution was to send 370,000 of them to America to solve the labor crisis taking place there. This novel centers on the town of Palomino, where a promising sergeant's life changes forever when he's tasked with monitoring these POWs instead of shipping out for Normandy as planned. The story goes on to reveal the incredible incidents which happen in the town and the lives of three particular laborers under the jurisdiction of Sergeant Twig Chestnutt. I found this to be a truly fascinating tale which was clearly written by a man who has first-hand experience of combat and the conflict that any soldier has within themselves and their connection to the wider world. Author Tank Gunner writes with precision and compassion, bringing the town of Palomino to life as the culture shock of so many workers arriving hits it full force. I found the characterization of the Germans to be particularly sensitive and well crafted, and the sense of history was firmly in place in the accuracy with which Gunner describes the daily lives and work habits of the POWs in their new situation. It's a part of war history often forgotten, and this version is very well told. Overall, I'd definitely recommend Palomino to history fans looking for an interesting new perspective. Deborah Lloyd 11/15/2018 This book is engaging from the first page to the last, as various military personnel, townspeople, and young German men pulled into a losing battle intermingle in a small Texas town. The realistic portrayal of life during this turbulent decade, through the everyday lives of small-town America, is fascinating. The author includes many wonderful details - buying ice cream sodas at the local café; everyone attending a cakewalk in the local school gym;boys having newspaper routes; the list goes on. The story is fast paced and entertaining. Author Tank Gunner has written an enjoyable novel in Palomino:Afrika Korps P-O-Ws Come to Town - an intriguing read. Christian Sia 11/18/2018 The writing style is unique and it showcases the author's literary acumen, his skill for storytelling, and the easy ability to entertain readers, to introduce them to the worldview of the characters. What grabbed me is the writing -- it's clean, it's crisp, it flows easily. I love it when an author knows the value of words and uses it in their writing and Tank Gunner does just that. The attention to sentence structure, the dramatic, underlying force that defines his phraseology hits the reader right off the bat. The characters are real and well developed. They are thrust into situations that are complex. The novel has good, strong plot lines with a lot of action and the emotional intensity that keeps readers focused. Palomino: Afrika Korps P-O-Ws Come to Town is a work of great entertainment. I enjoyed every bit of it. After their surrender in Tunisia, three Afrika Korps POWs end up living and working in Palomino, Texas. In 1943, 370,000 German prisoners of war arrived in America. Thousands were penned at Camp Maxey, Texas where MP Sergeant Twig Chestnutt was preparing to ship over for the invasion of Normandy. When President Roosevelt decreed that POWs work as laborers to replace American boys gone off to war, Twig is assigned as the guard for POWs Kraus, Edwin, and Wilhelm who live, work, and find love in Palomino. Appointed Constable by the Palomino town council, Twig becomes involved in the aftermath of bank robberies, murders, and town secrets. "Take a small town in Texas. Add in murders, a cross-dressing bankrobber, illicit romance, and teenage love. Mix with German POWs.That's Tank's Palomino. As we say in Texas a real barn burner." LeeSneath, Creative Writing Instructor "Tank Gunner captures the essence of 1940s small town Texas as it copes with the impact of WWII. A historical-fiction must read." Wayne Peterson, Author of Canopy of Hope and Canopy of Mystery "Tank is a true American hero. His stories are authentic and meaningful, and the older he gets the better he tells a tale. You are going to love Palomino." Larry Upshaw, Executive Director, Ageless Authors Tank Gunner is the pen name of a retired combat c