Review of Jigsaw Man The Secret Vietnam War

Chukwuemeka Ezema · Post by **Chukwuemeka Ezema** » 17 Oct 2022, 13:08

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Jigsaw Man The Secret Vietnam War" by James Bailey.]

4 out of 4 stars

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War is an unpleasant event that leaves its survivors to deal with a lot of trauma. Jigsaw Man The Secret Vietnam War by James E. Bailey and Michelle Lovato is a non-fiction novel that centers on the Vietnam War. James writes about his military service in the air force as well as his experiences as a veteran.

During the Vietnam War era, when young men were being drafted, James enlisted in the air force. After earning his degree from the University of Montana, he was sent to Tucson to serve as the execution officer of a squadron of over 450 airmen. His principal duty was to ensure that discipline was administered to transgressing airmen. After two years, he applied for a new assignment and was reassigned to Thailand, where he served as the execution officer of the Security Police Squadron. He spent a year in Thailand, returned to the United States, and was reassigned to Maryland as a commander. Upon his retirement, he completed a doctoral program in counseling. He got a job as the Chief of Psychology at the Spokane Veteran Administration hospital, where he helped his fellow veterans.

At the end of each chapter, the co-author, Michelle, shared the stories of different veterans. She shared her views on the Vietnam War from the perspective of a civilian.

This book was quite enlightening; it taught me a lot of things relating to the Vietnam War and the military. It also highlighted the atrocities that occurred during the Vietnam War. The author shared with us the dehumanizing acts prisoners of war had to endure. I respect veterans, but after reading this book, I appreciate them even more. They sacrificed a lot to protect the rest of the world. They suffer a lot of trauma, especially PTSD, due to the ugliness of war. The author used his work as a psychologist to help veterans like him get through the trauma and live normal lives.

The information this book contained about Thailand was another aspect I loved. The author described its culture as well as how things were done there. He also talked about their food, the monsoon season, and their cultural ties to elephants. Before reading this book, I had no idea that Thailand is also referred to as "The Land of Smiles" due to the friendliness of its inhabitants. I also liked the references the author made to other books.

There was nothing I disliked about this book, and I give it a rating of 4 out of 4 stars. The author did a commendable job. I found some errors, showing that the book was professionally edited. I recommend this book to readers who enjoy books about the Vietnam War.

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Azuka Jessica · Post by **Azuka Jessica** » 19 Oct 2022, 02:48

I love reading histories of wars. I've read some books that talked about the Vietnam war, I'll like to know what this book will educate me on. This review is very educational. Looking forward to reading the complete book.

Odowgu kenso · Post by **Odowgu kenso** » 19 Oct 2022, 03:41

Reading about the Vietnam wars brings history back to my memory. It is feels good to come across a book that emphasizes the numerous disadvantage of war. I love your review it was brilliant and detailed. Nice review.

Donald Kelvin · Post by **Donald Kelvin** » 19 Oct 2022, 04:16

I enjoyed reading your review. Although I'm not a fan of military books, I seem to be very much interested in James's time in service and Michelle's perspective as a civilian. I would very much love to read this book. Thanks for the amazing review.

Charles lib · Post by **Charles lib** » 19 Oct 2022, 05:38

Though I haven't read this book, but the book cover look very attractive and I will surely give it a try. Nice review you have here.

Success Azuka · Post by **Success Azuka** » 19 Oct 2022, 12:34

I don't really enjoy books with Vietnam stories. Thanks for the review though. You did a great job. As you said, it is only readers who stories on Vietnam war that will truly enjoy this book.

Charless Agbata · Post by **Charless Agbata** » 19 Oct 2022, 18:35

I enjoyed reading about the author's progress in the force field. The locations and missions he was assigned to was a product of his bravery, determination and hard work

Clara Tom · Post by **Clara Tom** » 20 Oct 2022, 00:58

This book showed me a lot of thing that related to the Vietnam War and the military. It also highlighted the atrocities that happened. Nice review.

Amandaruth Ama · Post by **Amandaruth Ama** » 20 Oct 2022, 06:58

Men who fought in the war has done great service to is civilians. I respect them a great deal. I will never support for war to be fought again because it is not an experience we should have. Thank you for this detailed review.

Wash William · Post by **Wash William** » 20 Oct 2022, 14:28

I suggest before we resort to war let's weigh the effects and always make sure we try to settle it peacefully. The Vietnam was is a very popular one this book gives and accounts of some events that took place.

Ronky279 · Post by **Ronky279** » 20 Oct 2022, 18:59

This is indeed a nice and captivating review. I always enjoy your reviews and this is not an exception. The review is straightforward and meaningful. Congrats on your published review.

Post by **Famzi Ken** » 21 Oct 2022, 08:10

War is indeed a bad situation. It's hard on especially the soldiers. Since I'm not much of a war story reader, I'll pass on this one. Great review

Oyedeji Funmilayo · Post by **Oyedeji Funmilayo** » 22 Oct 2022, 05:39

So many stories surrounding the Vietnam war. I just imagine how these soldiers sleep at night after they have killed people. I am not a fan of genre like this so I will pass this. Your review on the book is apt welldone!!!

Charless Agbata · Post by **Charless Agbata** » 22 Oct 2022, 14:54

I will skip this book because it is not my kind of book. Howeever your review was a great one

Ruth Omonegho · Post by **Ruth Omonegho** » 24 Oct 2022, 04:16

There are so many things to learn from accounts of these kinds of wars. The most important being that, war has far too many consequences than benefits. The psychological toll it has on the soldiers is an entirely huge talk for another day. However, I appreciate the information given about Thailand.