First published 2011
In the chaos of World War II, a young soldier named Alvise is sent to the front lines. Trapped in the brutality of combat, he must confront the realities of war and his own mortality. As Alvise navigates the treacherous terrain and uncertain alliances, he is forced to grapple with the weight of his decisions and the haunting aftermath that will forever shape him.
Genres: literary-fiction, historical-fiction, 20th-century, war, adventure, action
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: coming-of-age, gritty
Period: World War II
109 pages · Paperback · Penguin Books
Content warnings: death, graphic-violence, war