A Marine Corps Boot: In Cold-War Parris Island
by Jr. Chris Madeira
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Author: Jr. Chris MadeiraEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2003-04-07
ISBN: 0741414430
Number of pages: 244
Publisher: Infinity Publishing
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Book Review: Partly Truth and Partly Fiction - A Walking Contradiction
Summary: 2 Stars
This book sets-up the story of Marine boot camp slowly. The author sets up the main character with plenty of back-story, including a romantic interest that feels contrived. The first act, so to speak, is set up well. But the payoff never really comes once the recruit hits Paris Island. Once a big plot twist comes, introducing an unexpected antagonist, the novel becomes episodic, without dramatic tension. The writer does manage to write some compelling scenes, but 3/4 of the episodic stories don't really work.
If you want a realistic, colorful account of boot camp on Parris Island, read "Parris Island Daze" by Bob Shirley.
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