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Review of New Edition, Beyond D-Day Blunder

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "New Edition, Beyond D-Day Blunder" by Som K. Ajir.]
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Are you interested in historical fiction? How about a historical fiction about World War II? Some people are interested in World War II politics and how that shaped today’s world. Beyond D-Day Blunder by Som K. Ajir is a book that you might be looking for. Interested in knowing more? The Kindle version of this book costs below $5. You can grab a copy and enjoy the book on a leisurely afternoon.

The book's narrative, set against the dramatic backdrop of World War II, is a captivating journey. Wounded by the mustard gas in World War I, Hitler laid on a hospital bed, his fate hanging in the balance as he awaited a letter from the German Military, the news of Germany's loss still fresh. The suspense builds as he hesitates to open the letter, fearing the worst. Yet, when he finally does, the contents of that letter become a turning point, not just for him but for the entire European continent. What did that letter hold? What was the catalyst that reshaped global politics forever? The answers lie within the pages of this intriguing book.

History is bound to repeat itself. The book discusses various propaganda methods. With Russia attacking Ukraine, World War III seems closer and closer. Both Russia and Ukraine are churning propaganda after propaganda for their own vested interests. This book may help us see through the smoke of propaganda more clearly. The book also contains various assassination attempts on Adolf Hitler and the people he supported. The Allies wonder if going to war against Hitler is the only way. However, another alternative might just show up and change the game. What is this alternative? How were millions of lives and billions of dollars saved?

The book misses punctuation all too often, and sometimes, it becomes difficult to make sense of the sentences. It needs some professional editing. Some parts of the book seemed to drag on. However, the book was quick to change pace whenever that happened. The book mentions some light swearing and mentions of genocides, which could be triggering. There are also mentions of honey trapping and sexual encounters here and there, but the author did not go in-depth. Mentions of suicide were also there. So, this book can be triggering to many people and is unsuitable for children. Proceed with caution.

This book was simply excellent for history enthusiasts. However, there were too many mistakes, so I had to steal a star from it. I give this book 4 out of 5 stars.

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This book offers food for thought that starts from XX century history to discuss more recent history and the possibility that we might have a repeat. I hope the author does proper proofreading, so readers can focus on the book's interesting contents. Thank you for your great review!
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Now this is an interesting book with a fresh take on the World War. I wonder what the letter Hitler had in his hand was detailing.
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This book sounds interesting indeed. I would like to get a peek into the propaganda churnings used in Hitler's time and now as it is being used in Ukraine and Russia. It is unfortunate that the editing is subpar. I hope the author can remedy this. Great review!
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Historical fictions don't usually appeal to me, particularly those with political themes. This book seems like a good fit for history buffs - WWII is such a predominant event of the world history. It's unfortunate that the book lacks professional editing. I appreciate your honest and detailed review. Thank you.
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Based on this review, it seems like "Beyond D-Day Blunder" by Som K. Ajir is an intriguing historical fiction set during World War II. The book delves into the events surrounding Hitler's uncertainty after receiving a letter from the German Military and explores alternative paths that could have changed the course of the war. The reviewer mentions that the book discusses propaganda methods, assassination attempts, and potential triggers such as swearing and mentions of genocides. They also note that the book could benefit from improved punctuation and editing. However, despite these flaws, the reviewer gives it a 4 out of 5 rating, indicating that it is still a good read for history enthusiasts. Absorbing narrative, lost myself in the story completely.
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This book sounds like a compelling exploration of World War II's impact on global politics and propaganda. The blend of historical intrigue and alternative scenarios could offer valuable insights into how past events shape current affairs. Thanks for the review.
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Kshitija! I love historical fiction and books on history! That's great that it has a low cost as well, I'll have to keep an eye out for that. It is unfortunate that it had a handful of grammatical issues.

Either way, I appreciate you writing this review for us! I look forward to reading more of your content! Thanks again!
Kshitija Sonawane wrote: 15 Jun 2024, 07:17 [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "New Edition, Beyond D-Day Blunder" by Som K. Ajir.]
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Are you interested in historical fiction? How about a historical fiction about World War II? Some people are interested in World War II politics and how that shaped today’s world. Beyond D-Day Blunder by Som K. Ajir is a book that you might be looking for. Interested in knowing more? The Kindle version of this book costs below $5. You can grab a copy and enjoy the book on a leisurely afternoon.

The book's narrative, set against the dramatic backdrop of World War II, is a captivating journey. Wounded by the mustard gas in World War I, Hitler laid on a hospital bed, his fate hanging in the balance as he awaited a letter from the German Military, the news of Germany's loss still fresh. The suspense builds as he hesitates to open the letter, fearing the worst. Yet, when he finally does, the contents of that letter become a turning point, not just for him but for the entire European continent. What did that letter hold? What was the catalyst that reshaped global politics forever? The answers lie within the pages of this intriguing book.

History is bound to repeat itself. The book discusses various propaganda methods. With Russia attacking Ukraine, World War III seems closer and closer. Both Russia and Ukraine are churning propaganda after propaganda for their own vested interests. This book may help us see through the smoke of propaganda more clearly. The book also contains various assassination attempts on Adolf Hitler and the people he supported. The Allies wonder if going to war against Hitler is the only way. However, another alternative might just show up and change the game. What is this alternative? How were millions of lives and billions of dollars saved?

The book misses punctuation all too often, and sometimes, it becomes difficult to make sense of the sentences. It needs some professional editing. Some parts of the book seemed to drag on. However, the book was quick to change pace whenever that happened. The book mentions some light swearing and mentions of genocides, which could be triggering. There are also mentions of honey trapping and sexual encounters here and there, but the author did not go in-depth. Mentions of suicide were also there. So, this book can be triggering to many people and is unsuitable for children. Proceed with caution.

This book was simply excellent for history enthusiasts. However, there were too many mistakes, so I had to steal a star from it. I give this book 4 out of 5 stars.

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This is quite an interesting premise on a frequently explored topic! It would also be fascinating to read about the different methods of propaganda. The way in which large numbers of people are manipulated is something that we should all be interested in exploring and aiming to prevent. Thanks for your review. This looks like a good one, but I can’t stand a book riddled with errors!!
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Post by Anaïs Quesson »

Amazing review, Kshitija! I have read two historical fictions in a row already, but third time is the charm, right? I think I would love Beyond D-Day Blunder. It is quite rare to have a story on WWII be told from Hitler's point of view himself. I'm interested by what sparked this atrocious conflict.
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