Review of Man Mission

[Sham Gwalani]

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

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5 out of 5 stars

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Book Review: "Man Mission" by Eytan Uliel

In our literature, we find sufficient stories and books about sisters and girls' bonding. The other version of sisterhood—friendship and bonding between brothers and a group of boys—is very difficult to find. This book is one such attempt to even out these statistics.

The book, very simply, is a story about four college friends, Eytan, Sam, Alec, and Dan, who set out on different annual adventurous trips spanning a period of fifteen years. The story has been presented in a way where each chapter represents a different year. The author has used the times that these friends spend together and apart to highlight the growth graph of each character. While the author successfully transports the reader to exotic lands with his vivid descriptions of beautiful locations, he is also able to take the reader into the minds of four different characters while they tackle adulthood in their own different ways. The characters, while dealing with their own masculinity, also have to deal with each other and the other people in their lives. We are exposed to some of the different cultures and traditions of different lands and countries. The reader is also presented with some statistics at the end of each chapter, which help us connect to the characters further.

The brilliant story-telling with wonderful character build-ups, including the changes they go through, and descriptions of some awesome locations and adventures are a highlight of the book. Uliel's attempt to present the reader with an authentic male friendship rings true to its core. At times, the characters' behavior may seem frustrating, but that also gives an insight into the minds of friends who have been together for so long and want to continue doing so. The writing is entertaining and helps to keep the reader engaged without having to worry about monotony.

The book has been edited exceptionally well, as I did not find any errors in the writing. There is nothing to dislike in the book. I would give the book five out of five stars, and would recommend it to every reader who wants to read a fast-paced and beautiful story about male bonding and friendship.

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