A review by davejaquith
The Forever War by Joe Haldeman

adventurous dark emotional funny reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Haldeman makes you feel really small, but offers a glimmer of hope for those who return from war. 

That glimmer, however, only includes being understood by those who have experienced the same loss as you.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Gun violence, Medical trauma, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, Sexual violence, Death of parent, Dysphoria, Gore, Grief, Rape, Terminal illness, Pregnancy, Self harm, Sexism, Sexual assault, and Suicidal thoughts