suzanjackson 's review for:

American War by Omar El Akkad

5.0

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This beautifully written novel looks at the effects of war - a 2nd Civil War fought in the U.S. from 2074 through 2095 - on both individuals and communities. It is a moving, powerful, and thought-provoking story of a bleak future that feels like it could really happen, as seen through the eyes of one family and one girl/woman. Highly recommended! Read my full review and listen to a sample of the audio book (which sounds just as good):

https://bookbybook.blogspot.com/2018/12/fiction-review-american-war.html