"The Good Soldiers"

"The Good Soldiers" is a non-fiction book by David Finkel that follows a platoon of U.S. soldiers deployed to Iraq during the surge in 2007. It provides an intimate, personal look at their experiences, challenges, and the harsh realities of war. Finkel chronicles their lives before, during, and after combat, highlighting the physical and psychological toll of warfare. Through detailed storytelling, he emphasizes themes of sacrifice, camaraderie, and the disruptions of war on both soldiers and their families. The book offers a poignant reflection on the complexities of serving in the military and the consequences that follow.