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A review by tan_wayne
Price of Duty by Todd Strasser
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
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? Yes
5.0
“Are we making progress? If progress is sacrificing young American lives over there so that people don’t die here, then maybe we are. And since I am a member of the military, part of me feels obligated to give the answer that’s expected. But another, more private part asks, what about Brad, and Morpiss, and Skitballs? What about all these young men and women who enlisted with valor in their eyes and duty and honor in their hearts? Now dead or forever maimed. Who’s asking them if they think it was worth it?” ~Todd Strasser, Price of Duty
“Price of Duty” depicts how a soldier can relive trauma experiencing simple things in life, from seeing crowds to sitting in a car.
I deeply understand his position of being a hero for the country, but not feeling like one. He feels pressure from his peers looking up to him as a saviour, but all he felt was guilt from escaping the war unlike his peers. On one hand, he understands that the army needs numbers to sustain, on the other hand, he knows that most will not survive and does not want to take the blame for hurting someone.
Todd Strasser expertly combines stories, feelings and arguments behind the service and repercussions of the military. I love how this book deftly talks about the current issues with war and the rights for those serving the army. The author even speaks out about how privileges in the community has been affecting the intake of soldiers for a long time.
To all who served in the military, no matter how big your contributions, we salute you. You may have sacrificed or experience loss. We would like to thank you endlessly for serving the country and protecting the people. To the family members of the military, we support you and we see you.
This reminds me of the song “epiphany” by Taylor Swift which talks about the heroes of today.
The price of duty is insurmountable. But the reward of writing such a stunning book is nothing short of a stellar review.
☆5 Stars☆
“Price of Duty” depicts how a soldier can relive trauma experiencing simple things in life, from seeing crowds to sitting in a car.
I deeply understand his position of being a hero for the country, but not feeling like one. He feels pressure from his peers looking up to him as a saviour, but all he felt was guilt from escaping the war unlike his peers. On one hand, he understands that the army needs numbers to sustain, on the other hand, he knows that most will not survive and does not want to take the blame for hurting someone.
Todd Strasser expertly combines stories, feelings and arguments behind the service and repercussions of the military. I love how this book deftly talks about the current issues with war and the rights for those serving the army. The author even speaks out about how privileges in the community has been affecting the intake of soldiers for a long time.
To all who served in the military, no matter how big your contributions, we salute you. You may have sacrificed or experience loss. We would like to thank you endlessly for serving the country and protecting the people. To the family members of the military, we support you and we see you.
This reminds me of the song “epiphany” by Taylor Swift which talks about the heroes of today.
The price of duty is insurmountable. But the reward of writing such a stunning book is nothing short of a stellar review.
☆5 Stars☆