--- product_id: 3266463 title: "Proximity: A Novel of the Navy's Elite Bomb Squad" brand: "stephen phillips" price: "€ 44.06" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/3266463-proximity-a-novel-of-the-navys-elite-bomb-squad store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Proximity: A Novel of the Navy's Elite Bomb Squad **Brand:** stephen phillips **Price:** € 44.06 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Proximity: A Novel of the Navy's Elite Bomb Squad by stephen phillips - **How much does it cost?** € 44.06 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/3266463-proximity-a-novel-of-the-navys-elite-bomb-squad) ## Best For - stephen phillips enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted stephen phillips brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Proximity: A Novel of the Navy's Elite Bomb Squad ## Images ![Proximity: A Novel of the Navy's Elite Bomb Squad - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61dTrTlnPnL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An action Packed Story told as only an EOD Tech Could Do *by T***R on Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2011* I read this novel while in the Navy EOD training pipeline and it strongly reinforced my desire to be a part of such an amazing, intense, and one-of-a-kind community. Stephen Phillips tells the story of the Navy EOD teams from many different character perspectives, giving the reader an in-depth view as to what it takes to be, and become a Navy Tech. He also does a great job in differentiating Navy EOD from other branches by illustrating the Special Operations aspect of Navy EOD and the many tools a Navy Tech has in their "bag of tricks". What I also really liked about this novel is the way Stephen Phillips "tells" the story. You don't have to be an actual EOD tech to get a good idea as to what is happening or understand the technical aspect of the job. He makes it easy to visualize what is happening in your "mind's eye". The story is action packed, with well developed characters and a strong back story to accompany the already exciting EOD based storyline. I compare this to any Tom Clancy or Andy McNabb novel for the Special Operations enthusiast, or your average novel reader. Now, after becoming a Navy EOD tech, and having met Steve at the EOD Memorial in Florida, (who is humble, down to earth, and a shining example of a Naval Officer) I am even more proud to say that I have joined the ranks of these elite and professional warriors. I completely and wholly recommend this novel to anyone looking for an "edge of your seat" thrill ride and anxiously await any sequels in the future. Hooyah Navy EOD. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great plot, interesting characters, really well written *by H***S on Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2013* I really enjoyed Proximity: A Novel of the Navy's Elite Bomb Squad. Since Proximity is written by a former Special Operations Officer and Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician, I figured it would have a decent plot with overly analytical details of EOD operations. I couldn't have been more wrong.What I found was a very engaging and sympathetic main character, trying to balance the danger of his job with the security of his family. The story is very character driven, which was a pleasant surprise. Above all, it's just plain good writing.Granted, I needed the glossary of acronyms and abbreviations located at the end of the book. But one of the things I really appreciate about Stephen Phillips is that he assumes his readers are intelligent and can keep up. Once something has been introduced and explained, he doesn't intrude on the reading experience with awkward recaps of the same information. It keeps the flow of the story and dialogue between characters authentic.If the topic of this novel interests you even a little, I believe you'll enjoy reading it a lot. ### ⭐⭐⭐ A Solid First Novel *by A***X on Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2012* With _Proximity_, Stephen Phillips has followed the best advice ever given to a beginning novelist: he has written about what he knows.This insider knowledge, as well as the author's clear love for his subject, carries the reader through some of _Proximity_'s rough spots. The book is full of anecdotes and quips that feel culled Phillips's personal experience, and they serve to give the reader a feel for life inside an EOD unit. However, Phillips sometimes gets lost in the details, serving up episodes that may fascinate other EOD technicians but move the lay reader to skip ahead. Further, the the book feels less like an organic story than a well-fleshed-out outline. Its conflicts resolve themselves too tidily. Its characters, with the exception of the protagonist, feel more like wind-up toys in service to the story than actual people. Its climax feels rushed and unearned.And yet, the reader can see Phillips develop his voice over the course of the novel. His protagonist is engaging and interesting enough to merit a sequel, and the book really does tell the reader a lot about EOD: I learned more in a few hours of reading it than I did in four years of kicking those lunatics out of the back of my helicopter.In short, this is a First Novel, with all the awkwardness that implies. Nevertheless, it's an engaging first Novel, written by a guy whose storytelling chops improve before your eyes. I look forward to reading Phillips's second. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/3266463-proximity-a-novel-of-the-navys-elite-bomb-squad](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/3266463-proximity-a-novel-of-the-navys-elite-bomb-squad) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-05-23*