Review of Man Mission

[Shem Murundu]

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

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5 out of 5 stars

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Man Mission is a memoir and a travelogue of sorts. It details the adventures of four young men who go on an annual trip to different destinations across the world over a period of fifteen years. The idea is borne while the author, Eytan Uliel, and his friends, Sam, Daniel, and Alec, are in college. The idea comes into fruition sometime after the four have graduated and are under employment. The original members of the event are Eytan and Sam, but they're later on joined by their remaining two pals. This annual exhibition is a break away from the daily routines of the men's lives, a break away from their social and work commitments, and also a way for them to keep fit. Some of the countries they visit are Fiji, Spain, South Africa, New Zealand, and their motherland, Australia, among others. Along the way, they get to bond and share their stories, meet different people, and learn about the diverse cultures of the natives of the nations they visit.

I liked how the author effortlessly blended current events with past ones through the use of flashbacks. He did this with great skill, and without ruining the flow of the story. His dedication to his job was also inspirational to me.

Another thing that pleased me about this novel is that it highlights a very crucial issue amongst couples and specifically amongst men. While trying to maintain a good public image of their marriages and/or relationships, most couples ignore the little things that matter. These little issues compound into huge challenges and when they eventually blow up, they often cause irreparable damages and irreconcilable differences. The book highlights the significance of spouses speaking up and airing out whatever burning issues they might have, however small they might seem. I'm glad that Eytan shared his story with the world and addressed the importance of family and friends in our lives, especially during our lowest and darkest moments.

Eytan’s narration was great. He easily managed to capture the different emotions that arose from each unique experience, and I could feel his pain when he recounts the not-so-good events of his life. Above all, the author excellently passed his message across that we are all human and we make mistakes. Through all the pain and the regrets, he managed to come out a stronger person who was ready for anything life brought his way. I loved the ending of the book. I loved the message of the book: we should not suffer in silence.

This book would be an excellent read for people who love travel and adventure to different places. It is also a great book for adult males in general, as it teaches some great lessons about how not to suffer in silence. It tells men that it's okay to cry when life feels too heavy and overwhelming. Through the story of Daniel and Pamela, the book shows a way of re-igniting the joy and enjoyment of a marriage.

There was nothing I found negative about this book. The editing was highly professional, as I noticed very few typos. I loved the message of the book and the writing and narration style of the author. This is why I rate this book 5 out of 5. This book is suited for people of all religions. However, there was the occasional use of cuss words.

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[Stephen Christopher 1]

I'm halfway through this book now and agree with you 100%. The view from the man's perspective about their relationships is something we rarely read, but we need to. This book has a lot of layers and I'm enjoying unravelling them all.

[Shem Murundu]

I'm halfway through this book now and agree with you 100%. The view from the man's perspective about their relationships is something we rarely read, but we need to. This book has a lot of layers and I'm enjoying unravelling them all.

I'm glad you enjoyed the book too, Stephen! Yes, it's multilayered and insightful too. We learn from each other's experiences, and I learned a good number of things to avoid in marriage as well as how to handle the challenges that come with marriage/romantic relationships. I truly felt sad for Eytan, how his marriage collapsed and could not be revived. Thanks a lot for your time and your pleasant words, Chris!

[Stephen Christopher 1]

I'm halfway through this book now and agree with you 100%. The view from the man's perspective about their relationships is something we rarely read, but we need to. This book has a lot of layers and I'm enjoying unravelling them all.

I'm glad you enjoyed the book too, Stephen! Yes, it's multilayered and insightful too. We learn from each other's experiences, and I learned a good number of things to avoid in marriage as well as how to handle the challenges that come with marriage/romantic relationships. I truly felt sad for Eytan, how his marriage collapsed and could not be revived. Thanks a lot for your time and your pleasant words, Chris!

I went from feeling sorry for Eytan to being very angry with him and finally to understanding him. This really is an excellent book.