Review of Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath
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Review of Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath
[Following is a volunteer review of "Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath" by Randy Miller.]
“Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War and Its Aftermath,” written by Randy Miller, is a work of historical fiction that offers a vivid portrayal of the US Navy's involvement in Vietnam and the struggles faced by returning sailors. It is a thought-provoking novel that pays tribute to the countless lives affected by one of the most devastating conflicts in history.
The novel has been divided into three sections and consists of thirty-three chapters. The story begins with the protagonist, Zachariah Martin, a 17-year-old boy who is stationed on a destroyer that is quickly deployed to Vietnam. It’s his first assignment out of boot camp. Through the eyes of protagonist Zack, Miller paints a detailed picture of life aboard Navy vessels, the challenges of long-distance relationships, and the devastating effects of Agent Orange (a controversial chemical used by the US military during the Vietnam War without knowing its full effect on humans).
The war’s timeline is divided into the first two sections, reflecting Zack's time on two different ships. The first section vividly depicts the horrors of war, while the second part delves more into Zack's personal life and tours ashore, with less emphasis on the war itself. He manages to survive the constant dangers of the Vietnamese army and an unforgiving sea. In spite of prolonged separations, his love for his hometown girlfriend, Tally Goodwin, survives and grows as well.
What I liked about this book is that it offers a detailed account of naval battles that took place during the Vietnam War. Every other resource out there describes the details of the land and air battles that took place in Vietnam but has little information about the naval battles.
The only thing I disliked about this book was the difficulty in understanding the dialogue and the Vermont accent. Though the author has included a glossary of “Vermont to English Translation” to help you understand those words. Also, I believe the author should have included some pictures, maps, and illustrations to make the content more comprehensible.
I would rate this book 4 out of 5 stars because I had some difficulty understanding the context. However, I must say the storyline is exceptionally well-written, and the whole story encouraged me to learn more about its history. I would recommend this book to people who are interested in history and geopolitics.
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Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath
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“Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War and Its Aftermath,” written by Randy Miller, is a work of historical fiction that offers a vivid portrayal of the US Navy's involvement in Vietnam and the struggles faced by returning sailors. It is a thought-provoking novel that pays tribute to the countless lives affected by one of the most devastating conflicts in history.
The novel has been divided into three sections and consists of thirty-three chapters. The story begins with the protagonist, Zachariah Martin, a 17-year-old boy who is stationed on a destroyer that is quickly deployed to Vietnam. It’s his first assignment out of boot camp. Through the eyes of protagonist Zack, Miller paints a detailed picture of life aboard Navy vessels, the challenges of long-distance relationships, and the devastating effects of Agent Orange (a controversial chemical used by the US military during the Vietnam War without knowing its full effect on humans).
The war’s timeline is divided into the first two sections, reflecting Zack's time on two different ships. The first section vividly depicts the horrors of war, while the second part delves more into Zack's personal life and tours ashore, with less emphasis on the war itself. He manages to survive the constant dangers of the Vietnamese army and an unforgiving sea. In spite of prolonged separations, his love for his hometown girlfriend, Tally Goodwin, survives and grows as well.
What I liked about this book is that it offers a detailed account of naval battles that took place during the Vietnam War. Every other resource out there describes the details of the land and air battles that took place in Vietnam but has little information about the naval battles.
The only thing I disliked about this book was the difficulty in understanding the dialogue and the Vermont accent. Though the author has included a glossary of “Vermont to English Translation” to help you understand those words. Also, I believe the author should have included some pictures, maps, and illustrations to make the content more comprehensible.
I would rate this book 4 out of 5 stars because I had some difficulty understanding the context. However, I must say the storyline is exceptionally well-written, and the whole story encouraged me to learn more about its history. I would recommend this book to people who are interested in history and geopolitics.
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Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
