Review of In the Year of the Rabbit

[Gabriela Contreras]

This seems like an interesting book with a peculiar protagonist. I am not that much interested in the Vietnam War, but I might give this book an opportunity.

[Julie Gebrosky]

I’ve never heard of an American soldier who decided to be a monk. That sounds interesting to read! I can see that it would be profane given the fact that it was written during a war, but it was nice to have that warning before starting to read. Thanks for the review!

[Shanesha Sammerson]

Wars are extremely violent and unnecessary in my opinion. I think that anyone who goes to war will be psychologically affected. Thank you for the thorough review.

[azza lia]

A war book with peculiar main character seems unique. The protagonist was a soldier who thinks that the war is wasteful and wanted to become a Buddhist monk. I never heard the historical-fiction story like that before. I think the author did a good job in putting it together. Great review!

[Damian Keyes]

I'm conflicted about if this book is catered to me. The plot is drawing me in but I'm not into books that center on any of the world wars.

[Chrystal Oaks]

This historical fiction set during Vietnam War where the protagonist questions war sounds like a thought-provoking read. I know I question it everyday watching a world leader trying to destroy another country. Great review!

[Ivan Mukaaga]

This is a very interesting book. A soldier questioning the purpose of war, struggling with demons and wants to be a Buddhist monk. It’s such an in-depth review. Thanks.

[DEEPA PUJARI]

In the Year of the Rabbit by Terence A. Harkin is a historical fiction book set during the Vietnam War. Congratulations BOTD!

[Creole]

The protagonist is fighting demons within and without. I hope he finds the inner peace he yearns for. Such a concise and engaging review; thank you.

[FLbookie]

Thank you for your review of this book. A most interesting main character.

[Pramila Rathnayake]

The protagonist has chosen the correct path to overcome the post-traumatic experience of war. Thanks for the well-written insightful review.

[Ruth Omonegho]

Hmmm. A story about war and redemption. It's okay but I think I'm not drawn to it. Congratulations on being the Book of the Day.

[Hyacinth Bella]

The author's view of wars and how some of them are necessary and valid is definitely interesting. For me, it might be true, while it may also be not. I am not that interested in historical fiction as of the moment, so I will pass on this one.

Thanks for the marvelous review!

[Abril Zacca]

This seems like a great book that deals with many heavy subjects regarding war. Great review.

[Sirajuddin A]

The protagonist's characterization as a cameraman who serves the US army during the Vietnam war and his contradictory attitude toward the war sound intriguing in this historical fiction.