I read this a few years ago and had mixed feelings. On one hand I was quite frustrated with the writing and his attempt at a more literal translation of Spanish (like using the word "thou" in dialogue) - it was quite a tough read from this perspective.
But there's a lot I took away too. I still remember the execution scenes, and Maria's description of captivity - both horrifying, especially since these were neighbours that turned on each other for ideological reasons.
Jordan's inner dialogue as he prepares for his near suicidal mission had me gripped. I totally agree with your assessment of death for deadly ideas. There were no winners in this war, and it massively divided the people as ideologies and elites struggled for power.
Wow, nice review!
I read this a few years ago and had mixed feelings. On one hand I was quite frustrated with the writing and his attempt at a more literal translation of Spanish (like using the word "thou" in dialogue) - it was quite a tough read from this perspective.
But there's a lot I took away too. I still remember the execution scenes, and Maria's description of captivity - both horrifying, especially since these were neighbours that turned on each other for ideological reasons.
Jordan's inner dialogue as he prepares for his near suicidal mission had me gripped. I totally agree with your assessment of death for deadly ideas. There were no winners in this war, and it massively divided the people as ideologies and elites struggled for power.