Ashley's War: The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battlefield
Ashley's War: The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battlefield
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015292
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Afghanistan • 2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Ashley's War: The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battlefield by Gayle Tzemach Lemmon tells the true story of female soldiers who joined a cultural support team in Afghanistan. These women operated alongside Special Operations forces, breaking barriers and forming strong bonds while executing challenging missions on the battlefield.
Inspirational
Adventurous
Emotional
Informative
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Ashley's War by Gayle Tzemach Lemmon receives praise for its compelling narrative and detailed account of female soldiers in combat roles, highlighting bravery and camaraderie. Criticisms include a perceived lack of depth in character development and occasional narrative disorganization. Overall, it's an inspirational and informative read on women in military operations.
Who Should Read Ashley's War: The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battlefield?
Readers interested in women's roles in military history, especially those who enjoyed Band of Sisters or The Girls of Atomic City, would appreciate Ashley's War by Gayle Tzemach Lemmon. It's ideal for those curious about the integration of female soldiers in special ops.
8,396 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
292
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Afghanistan • 2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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