This book was quite an eye opener for me as to the atrocities done on both sides of the war. Be prepared though, there are some very graphic details described in the book. Not recommended reading for the squeamish. It does give some pretty good insight into the mind set of the opposing sides. I have to rate this very high in the must read books about WW II.

One of the best books I have ever read on WWII. Be prepared though, James Bradley doesn't pull any punches.

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Great read! Bradley weaves the true story of 8 US Flyboys whose lives ended on a small island off the coast of Japan. Bradley gives great insight into the complex & difficult decisions that are made during war and how individuals on both sides can get caught in circumstances over which they have little or no control. One cannot read this story and not come away with the words - war is hell!

Harsh reality. A bit "newsy" in flow, but one of the thousands of examinations of small isolated incidents during WWII, and true to the memories of "the greatest generation."

An intriguing history of events surrounding a Japanese held island during WWII. Although history, Bradley's story-telling makes this a real page turner. He includes background information about the cultural differences between Japan and the west, and how the U.S. government controlled information, that makes for a fascinating perspective on the war in the Pacific.

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