The Virginian-Pilot Review: ‘The Wars Among the Paines’ follows family through four generations
John M. Millar’s debut novel “The Wars Among the Paines” is a vivid and fascinating look into the genealogy and history of the Paine family. With realistic characters and an authentic telling of historic events, the story meticulously recounts the family’s varied...
Friendships in war and peace | Applause | dailyitem.com
The following is an article published by the Daily Item. Perhaps the best part of publishing a semi-autobiographical book is reuniting with some of the real-life friends who inspired your fictional characters — and not only remaining friends with them, but hearing...
50 years in the making: Author publishes novel that covers wars throughout three centuries
Written by MIKE ANDRELCZYK for LANCASTER ONLINE John M. Millar’s first novel, “The Wars Among the Paines,” took him 50 years to write. When he started the project, he planned to write about a young man and his family’s experiences during the Vietnam War era. Over five...
HAMPTON ROADS SHOW INTERVIEW
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – This multi-generational family story is a history lesson for the entire nation according to author and Vietnam veteran John M. Millar. Today he talked about his debut novel that has been 50 years in the making! Click here to watch the full...
HOMETOWN PAPER INTERVIEWS MILLAR
When John Millar's novel "The Wars Among the Paines" goes on sale at the end of September, it will mark the end of a 50-year journey. Millar, who graduated from Danville Area High School in 1962 and now lives in Virginia, said he started writing the book when he...