brainofj72's review against another edition
1.0
Dull and unremarkable combat memoir that apes Chris Hedges (mostly via haughty references to classic art/literature) while lacking his fiery, incisive moral clarity. Nothing to see here.
sandeda10's review against another edition
5.0
Incredible account of and return to battle areas in the gulf. The last chapter is one of the most intense set of passages that I have ever read.
Ackerman writes of courage and remeberance with first hand detail. When I finished it I gave thanks for what he and his friends and colleagues did for the rest of us.
Ackerman writes of courage and remeberance with first hand detail. When I finished it I gave thanks for what he and his friends and colleagues did for the rest of us.
8little_paws's review against another edition
5.0
Ackerman's writing is *the* writing to read to understand military life post 9/11. Outstanding and effective.
happiestwhenreading's review
I read and loved Waiting for Eden earlier this year, so I was excited to see what Ackerman had in store for his latest release. I got to about 45% and decided I'd read enough. It was good and so very different than his novel, but it just really isn't my type of book. It gives background information into the Syrian war, as well as the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. He tells various soldiers' stories (both American and enemy soldiers). Honestly, it's a great book and I think it could make a great gift for a dad, husband, or brother who is interested in military and war-type books.
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