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Ann Curtis
OAK PUBLISHING
was founded in 2007 by Ann Curtis. The focus is on non-fiction, in particular
personal accounts. As she says, The book In my Blood
is perfect for us and, I hope, you. It is a true story, controversial in
parts, that requires no embellishment.
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IN MY BLOOD
An
account of security work in Africa by way of Iraq; a
unique blend
of grim reality, humour, escapades, and travel

The front and back covers of the books gloss laminated jacket are
shown at left and middle. The author is featured right just before going to
Iraq.
1. What the book is about: A true account, this book is about a man drawn into the world of
security overseas. Something of a maverick, he sees this as a fresh start after
his personal and professional lives go belly-up. So, when most people are
hanging up their boots, he kicks off by joining a private security company and
heads out to Iraq.
But it is his time in Africa which gives
the book another dimension. Here, he has to deal with menacing officials in
state security and the threat of expulsion. An erstwhile warlord becomes an
unlikely ally. Then, on one occasion, he is arrested by a vindictive colonel,
and locked up. After making a bold escape he is faced with a dilemma that is
both agonising and hilarious.
There are other lighter moments, too. His
fascinating and vivid accounts are written with verve and pace. They take you
not just to Iraq, but also to Libya when it was a rogue state, Kuwait, the splendour of East Africa, and war-torn Sudan.
In sum, A rich account, skilfully blending a life in security with military
tactics, political commentary, travelogue and high comedy. A
varied and enjoyable book with broad appeal.

A mortar strike by insurgents, Basra. Iran has been implicated. A spectacular 60 mph
sandstorm engulfs a US camp near al Assad.
2. About the author: Greg Waggetts enthusiasm for
experiences abroad was kindled by an overland trip to Nepal in 1970, a time
when going through places like Afghanistan and Iran was comparatively
straightforward.
Following this, he joined the British
army, firstly as a rifleman, then as an infantry officer. He left after eight
years which saw six tours in Northern Ireland, and worked in Libya in
agri-business operations for another eight years. (He was in
Tripoli, the capital, when the US carried out punitive bombing raids in 1986
a dramatic and nerve-wracking event which is described as a flashback in one of
the books chapters.)
After his time in North Africa, he set up
and ran a design and advertising agency in Cambridge.
In 2002, his circumstances forced him to
make fundamental changes. After a period of adjustment, he turned to working
overseas in private security for the next few years.
"A well-written and evocative story
of a man's trials, tribulations, and
triumphs in a world
foreign to many people. The heat, sand, and smells of the
Middle East and Africa exude from the pages.
The author's forthright and totally
non-PC approach makes
this a first-rate book for anyone's library." Pennant Magazine
3. Endorsements: Some further authoritative and
genuine comments about the book:
I have just re-read your book. I was
up in Malakal over the weekend and once more I
greatly enjoyed it, in particular your story about breaking out of jail in Juba! Simon F, PSC
executive in Iraq and Africa
Greg is the quintessential English adventurer.
He doesnt mind getting his hands dirty in dangerous places. But
always with impeccable manners and an ironic smile. And he can write. Mike G, former 22 SAS
soldier, publisher, round-the-world-alone-sailor, and entrepreneur
A rich account, skilfully
blending a life in security with military tactics, political commentary,
travelogue, and high comedy. A must read. Bill L, financial
consultant
A modest, highly readable and often very funny account of work
in dangerous places. Michael M, retd Lt Col, special duties Northern Ireland, tour officer BRIXMIS, and special branch Hong-Kong
His writing has panache and an immediacy pitching you into
events and scene-setting. But there is also reflection and insight. Ivan R-S, civil engineer, Iran, Iraq,
and Saudi Arabia
He writes compellingly to inform,
entertain, and make you feel almost there. A rare
accomplishment. Tony B, ex Royal Navy, Royal
Geographical Society, and environment consultant, China
Reading about his adventures is rivetting and always interesting. Diana W, housewife
I must confess it was a one-sitting
cover-to-cover read. Todd F, CP operative
and former member of the South African Defence
Forces.
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