Adventure, romance, racism and loyalty are set against a backdrop of life aboard a U. S. naval vessel during the early 60s in Rick Ainsworth's exciting novel 'Thunder and Storm: The Haverfield Incident.' The narrative revolves around the lives of new recruits as they embark on a journey that will be a life changing experience. It is also a coming-of-age story of the protagonist who grows from a defiant young man to a mellower and more mature person.