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

[Harshitha G B]

[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 follows the journey of Zachariah Martin, a small-town boy who joins the army to serve his nation. He is appointed as a "deck force" sailor, and through this role, the story unfolds depicting the stages of a sailor's life.

As the story progresses, we observe officials advancing to leadership roles with or without the limitations imposed on lower-class officials, coworkers supporting each other in crucial moments, the challenging conditions they face, and the risks involved in medical complications.
On the one hand, there are suffering people, slaughter, struggles, and the aftermath of war; on the other hand, there are individuals who simply aspire for victory and strive to achieve their goals in various ways, drawing strength from their experiences.

In the midst of conflict, there is a glimmer of love that gives hope to those serving. The author skillfully incorporated the essence of love into the story, intensifying the emotions to a greater extent. Separation from loved ones, waiting periods to meet again under the same sun, and unfavorable situations for their love story are highlighted in the novel.
On one side, soldiers dedicate their lives to serving their country, while their families ask for their lives to be protected. This element impacts us.

The technical section discusses the functioning of the naval force, its construction, how the ship's army tackles challenges, how assignments are completed, how officials are assigned responsibilities, the significance of roles, and their corresponding titles in the operations. The success of the mission is determined by a number of factors, all of which are discussed.

Now comes the heartbreaking part: the aftermath of a war. When there is a war, there are consequences, and Zach is on a roller coaster ride after the war. Throughout his journeys, we can see the post-war situation of army men who served their country.
They are emblems of bravery, representing sacrifice and adventure. They were applauded, humiliated, and sometimes their struggles were questioned. Even after the war, they continued to fight for the rights and justice of their country and fellow citizens. In addition to Zach's experiences, several significant characters offer insights before, during, and after the war, and officials operate both outside and inside the working environment.

In the category of historical fiction, this work deserves 5 stars. The author did an excellent job describing the dimensions of a young sailor in a gradual, extensive, and engaging manner.
The author's work is appreciated because the subject connects with us, embracing us with words, and encouraging us to experience their journey. In this regard, the author did a great job of allowing us to see the experiences of unsung heroes of the conflict.

When it comes to editing, they did a wonderful job of presenting clean work, allowing readers to enjoy a perfect reading experience.

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Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath
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[Tomy Chandrafrost]

I agree with you. This book give me an interesting experience while reading this historical fiction genre book. Thanks for writing the review, what a great and thoughtful review you write here

[Gerry Steen]

Your review makes a case for reading this book if one wants to have a complete assessment of war through the eyes of a navy military man. This book tops my list of books to read in the historical fiction category. Thank you for the great review.

[Priya Murugesan]

A very good review! I have read this book and absolutely loved it. The author has a good narration style and it helps us to connect the subjects with us.

[MAHAD BAIG MIRZA]

This review provides a vivid portrayal of the novel's journey, highlighting its emotional depth, historical significance, and technical detail, while commending the author for skillfully capturing the experiences of unsung heroes and the aftermath of war, making it a compelling and impactful read deserving of 5 star

[Rajaee R]

War is bad. People lose so much in a war. This book talks about the horrors of the war and its aftermath while also including the technical side of war operations. Both informative and thought-provoking.
Thanks for the review.

[Abhishek3m4]

"Thank you so much for your thoughtful and insightful review of my book! I'm thrilled that you found Zachariah Martin's journey in the navy compelling and engaging. Your appreciation for the depiction of military life and the emotional depth of the characters means a lot to me. I aimed to capture the essence of sacrifice and dedication in historical fiction, and I'm glad it resonated with you. Your kind words about the editing are greatly appreciated as well. Here's to honoring the unsung heroes through storytelling. Thank you again!"

[Yashi Shukla]

I have been thinking about reading this book and your review made me more curious. Thank you for your review.