MWSA Book Review

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Author:  Tony Lazzarini

Publisher:  Voyager Publishing

Reviewer: Bill McDonald – President of the MWSA

When I finished reading Tony's book I found it to be right on the money about that long ago life event; I felt I was back in my old helicopter company in Vietnam.  Tony takes you back and shows you how it was to be a door-gunner, crew-chief or a pilot.  For those who have been there it feels real and is authentic—to those who were not, it is an education in how it felt to be there. This is a must read book.  It is okay for teenagers to read - it is not overly offensive and sticks to the story line.  I rate this book among the best written in 2003 on the Vietnam War.

This book is an easy read - it follows a logical path and can be read all at once or in pieces as time permits.  It is an award winning book having received awards and recognition from various organizations including the American Authors Association and the MWSA.

MWSA's 2004 Distinguished Medal Award