Review of Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath

[Anand Sihag]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath" by Randy Miller.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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This book is a great work of historical fiction by author Randy Miller. It is based on the true story of the US Navy’s use of Agent Orange during the Vietnam War and the subsequent health issues addressed by the majority of Blue Navy veterans. These issues become worse when the government rejects the appeal for compensation for the martyrs and sufferers of Agent Orange.

The main character, Zack Martin, is assigned to the destroyer that is deployed to Vietnam. Zack and his shipmates are exposed to Agent Orange daily. After returning from the war, Zack starts to experience health issues. Later, Martin discovers that he’s not alone in suffering, and the condition is worse than his estimation. The book is full of twists and turns and primarily focuses on the battle for justice by the soldiers against the government, which further leads to many compromises for both of them.

The book is well-written and informative. The complex history of Agent Orange and its use during the Vietnam War is well simplified by Miller. Miller also does a good job of addressing the issues and challenges faced by the military veterans during Agent Orange. The book is heartbreaking and consists of major incidents that don’t seem to be thriving.

The financial and emotional hardships are also explained in a way that will melt your heart too. Especially when chapter 22 on page 294 started, I felt like I wrote a letter to the person I love with all my heart, and this was the moment when I decided to rate the book to the maximum.

Overall, even if the book has heavy subject matter, the book is inspiring in terms of courage, resilience, and the fight for justice. The book also reminds us of the importance of caring for our veterans. I would highly recommend this book to everyone interested in the Vietnam War, Agent Orange, or the experiences of Blue Water Navy veterans. It is an important book that tells a story that needs to be heard.

Ratings: I would rate this book 5 out of 5 due to its flawless editing, the ability of the author to give a realistic vibe while reading the book, drafting a ray of hope in a losing situation and keeping readers engrossed, and allowing youngsters to have optimism and take inspiration from Zack’s character.

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Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath
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[Alissa Deann Devargas]

There was so much to read in this book. Zack's story was interesting as he went through life as a Navy officer. However, I was incensed by the government's refusal to help him and other veterans who were affected by the Agent Orange.