Review of Man Mission

[Adrian Rondon Salazar]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Man Mission" by Eytan Uliel.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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We have all felt, at some point, that life has turned into something we never imagined. We all have a place we've always wanted to visit or an activity we've always wanted to do. Because of working life, that desire has been easy to ignore; subsequently, the idea of taking a trip to the other side of the world seems unreal. We immerse ourselves in our routines, waiting anxiously for a change that never comes, and we don't dare to make it happen.

Man Mission by Eytan Uliel is a book about a man who finally dares to look for a change and decides to take a trip. The travel becomes an annual tradition when his three friends join him. In each chapter, we find a new place to explore as the protagonist lets us know everything related to his work, family, and personal problems. He counts his fears and describes his actions over the past year. Eytan Uliel gives us a book, adorned with travel and extreme activities, about the problems of adult life. A history already related, but this time, from the male point of view.

The main character is not admirable: he is a simple man with a predisposition to make mistakes. I liked the representation of a man with many defects because it made him authentic. The situations in which the characters find themselves involved in each trip are incredible and leave me laughing. I loved the relationship between the four friends from beginning to end. On many occasions, the characters were selfish and hurt loved ones; it was difficult to justify them. However, they always supported each other. I was amazed on each trip by the places, the meals, and the activities practiced: it was easy to be envious.

Many of the important events are presented to us, during the trips, in the form of memories. Because of that, it is possible to feel that the changes between one year and the next are difficult to process. Even though this may be negative for some, it does not bother me greatly. The reader must see the central character as a confidant who, each year, tells us about his life without censorship. It is a first-person narrative, which allows us to have greater intimacy and learn more about the protagonist's feelings; but, subjectively, I would have liked that we could also know the point of view of the other friends.

I did not find any errors in the writing. I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars because I have nothing objectively negative to mention. The book fulfills in giving what it seeks: a story already told from the point of view of a man. I recommend this book to grown men who feel overwhelmed with office life; those who have always wanted to travel but, sadly, had a priority to attend.

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[Muna Chizzy]

Man mission is a captivating tale that depicts the realistic nature of men, the value of friendship and what family mean to us. Thanks for the insightful review.

[Chiamaka Ogadimma]

I love books that portray the theme of friendship and this book is one. I am sure I will pick up this book as my next read. Great review. Well done

[Jeremie Mondejar]

I already read this book. I love the adventure of the four friends. I agree with what you noticed in the main character, but that is his character. We all have a negative sides. Thanks for doing an insightful review.

[Margi zuu202]

Agroup of Young Men established a tradition every year they take a week long adventure trip together they go hiking bikini or kayaking traveling all around the world they called it man mission what a review

[Nwaka Chukwuemeka]

The cooperative power that existed between these four men is top-notch. I learned a lot from them. Great review.

[lawisimportant23]

What an exciting adventure story. Great job with the review.

[Abdulsabur Aisha]

Man mission is just an amazing book that would expose readers to the beauty of friendship. I enjoyed how the author narrated the experiences in the country visited on their "Man Mission". Nice review!

[Margi zuu202]

Agroup of Young Men established a tradition that every year they take a adventure trip together for 15yrs to hike, swimming and kayaking they called it man mission nice review

[Odala J Phiri]

What an interesting mission this man embarked on. At the end of such trips, he has no choice but to learn new things. Thanks for the great review.

[Judy_Akha]

I loved this book so much. It is heart-warming and thought-provoking. Thanks for your well-written review.

[Hannah Mae Fabro]

I just recently gave it a sample and I agree with you that this book is incredible. I enjoyed reading this book as well as your review. Thank you for your wonderful review.

[Chris Walter Mason]

Man mission is a very captivating novel of four men who showed there different characters in the book. Great review.

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I like how they supported each other and how strong their male friendship is, the trips sound very interesting, I'll like to go on a girl mission someday with my girls

[Kenesha Latoya Fowler]

I read this book some time ago and loved it! I had some laugh-out-loud moments, too. And I agree with you about the point of view; it would have been nice to hear/read from the others. I really liked your review. Well done!