Review of The Final Charge
Posted: 21 Dec 2023, 13:12
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Final Charge" by Charles K Godfrey.]
Mike Hill, an army medic, and Ray Hensley, a medical technician, were childhood friends who grew up in the same neighborhood of Bloomfield, Ohio. The two of them met Gordon Smart while working at the fire department. Ray was known for his temper. Mike always protected Ray when he found himself in difficult situations. The three of them were good friends, and Mike convinced them to participate in the 150th re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg, which took place in 1863.
On July 4, 2013, the trio set off for the venue. On the way, Gordon acquainted himself with the history of the battle. However, strange events started to take place. Firstly, Mike saw a young woman dressed in white and almost crashed into her. This young woman was only visible to Mike. This was followed by an accident that involved more strange events.
After arriving at the venue, Gordon, who is on the Union side, and Mike and Ray, who are on the Confederate side, decide to search the barn for the mystery tinderbox. However, to their surprise, they are transported back to the year 1863, during the actual Civil War. They find themselves witnessing the bloodshed and terrible mayhem of the war firsthand. Survival was a challenge. Several questions arise. Can they use their knowledge of history to change the course of events? Most importantly, will they survive this dreadful war and find a way back to the present alive?
The Final Charge by Charles K. Godfrey is a captivating book that blends history and fiction. The author's writing style is engaging and pulls you in instantly. The book is a page-turner, with short, potent chapters that keep you hooked and wondering what will happen next. The plot turns interesting when the trio enters the war with full knowledge of the happenings and the capacity to change them. The characters, both good and evil, the plot development, the twists, and the depiction of the actual war with all the valor and bloodshed make for a terrific read. This book is not just entertaining but also serves as a tribute to all the soldiers who face death up close and personal.
You will see that the author has used his experience as a firefighter, a paramedic, and an actual participant in re-enactments to vividly describe the scenes and the sentiments during those stages of the war. The reader gets a real sense of fear of death and suffocation due to the graphic visuals of the war-ground. The author has perfectly captured the feeling of war and that time in the past.
Although I have nothing negative to say about the book, I do have a suggestion that would assist readers who are unfamiliar with the various locations and the terrain involved. For them, a detailed map would be beneficial. While I did encounter a few errors, they were minor and did not detract from my overall enjoyment of the book. The editor has done a good job, and these two points do not justify any reduction in ratings. Therefore, I rate it 5 out of 5 stars.
I would recommend this book to mature adults due to the presence of profanity. History buffs who enjoy a little twist of fiction will surely be entertained by this quick read. In addition to refreshing our memory of the past, the book's original and fictional elements promote values such as bravery, standing up to the occasion, friendship, and loyalty.
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The Final Charge
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Mike Hill, an army medic, and Ray Hensley, a medical technician, were childhood friends who grew up in the same neighborhood of Bloomfield, Ohio. The two of them met Gordon Smart while working at the fire department. Ray was known for his temper. Mike always protected Ray when he found himself in difficult situations. The three of them were good friends, and Mike convinced them to participate in the 150th re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg, which took place in 1863.
On July 4, 2013, the trio set off for the venue. On the way, Gordon acquainted himself with the history of the battle. However, strange events started to take place. Firstly, Mike saw a young woman dressed in white and almost crashed into her. This young woman was only visible to Mike. This was followed by an accident that involved more strange events.
After arriving at the venue, Gordon, who is on the Union side, and Mike and Ray, who are on the Confederate side, decide to search the barn for the mystery tinderbox. However, to their surprise, they are transported back to the year 1863, during the actual Civil War. They find themselves witnessing the bloodshed and terrible mayhem of the war firsthand. Survival was a challenge. Several questions arise. Can they use their knowledge of history to change the course of events? Most importantly, will they survive this dreadful war and find a way back to the present alive?
The Final Charge by Charles K. Godfrey is a captivating book that blends history and fiction. The author's writing style is engaging and pulls you in instantly. The book is a page-turner, with short, potent chapters that keep you hooked and wondering what will happen next. The plot turns interesting when the trio enters the war with full knowledge of the happenings and the capacity to change them. The characters, both good and evil, the plot development, the twists, and the depiction of the actual war with all the valor and bloodshed make for a terrific read. This book is not just entertaining but also serves as a tribute to all the soldiers who face death up close and personal.
You will see that the author has used his experience as a firefighter, a paramedic, and an actual participant in re-enactments to vividly describe the scenes and the sentiments during those stages of the war. The reader gets a real sense of fear of death and suffocation due to the graphic visuals of the war-ground. The author has perfectly captured the feeling of war and that time in the past.
Although I have nothing negative to say about the book, I do have a suggestion that would assist readers who are unfamiliar with the various locations and the terrain involved. For them, a detailed map would be beneficial. While I did encounter a few errors, they were minor and did not detract from my overall enjoyment of the book. The editor has done a good job, and these two points do not justify any reduction in ratings. Therefore, I rate it 5 out of 5 stars.
I would recommend this book to mature adults due to the presence of profanity. History buffs who enjoy a little twist of fiction will surely be entertained by this quick read. In addition to refreshing our memory of the past, the book's original and fictional elements promote values such as bravery, standing up to the occasion, friendship, and loyalty.
******
The Final Charge
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon