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megan_fortini 's review for:
American War
by Omar El Akkad
This is now one of my top 3 favorite books, alongside "Of Mice and Men" and "The Masterpiece". It is not a page turner, parts of the novel are certainly slow, but it is a rewarding read. I could easily see this becoming a classic. This novel is beautifully written, thought-provoking, and relevant to today's political and cultural environment. Although the novel takes place during war, it's more about the impact war has and the different ways in which people react. This novel follows a girl from childhood through adulthood as she loses family and friends, and the way in which the war shapes and breaks her, as well as the legacy she leaves behind. I'm telling all my family and friends about this novel and encouraging them to read it.