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The Xbox generation goes to war

Revisado: 08-08-13

Where does Generation Kill rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This is my all-time favorite audiobook, I'm not sure how many times I've listened to it but if I had to guess it would be around 15. The funny thing is I've re-listened to this book more in the short time I've had it than I have Dune, which I listen to every 4-5 years.

What did you like best about this story?

The story is bare bones and as gritty as the desert the war was fought in. I've caught interviews with the men this book is written about and they all agree that it's a clear and truthful re-telling of the events that happened during the initial invasion of Iraq. I often tell young service members to have their spouse read/listen to this book to give them an idea of what may be going to happen.

What about Patrick Lawlor’s performance did you like?

This is a fairly heavy topic and yet he was able to bring out those moments of humor that pop up and keep us sane.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Being former military and Special Operations I loved the way it showed how singing is used as a stress reliever when you're board but, need to stay alert.

Any additional comments?

I believe that, in time, this book will take its place along with "Catch 22" and "For Whom The Bell Tolls".

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