Sorry to comment in an old thread but I am currently reading Neptune's Inferno by James D. Hornfischer
Its about the U.S. Navy at Guadalcanal and is an excellent read
That's actually on my list of books to read. I'll probably start it after the book I'm currently reading. Hornfischer is a great author. I highly, highly recommend his
Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors, about the Battle off Samar. One of the best naval history books I've ever read.
I'll be sure to check out Last Stand of the TIn Can Sailors when I'm done, Thanx!!