The book really gets across the idea that these people were fighting up close and personal against many who were their friends and family. Knowing the outcome of the battle in advance in no way detracts from the novel. I am anxious to go rent the movie, and see if it does the book credit. For questions or comments about a review, please contact the person listed at the top of the review. Ed's Internet Book Review is copyright 1995-2001, Dr. Edwin V. Bell, II, all rights reserved.
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