The PostWar Dream, Brian Paone
The PostWar Dream, Brian Paone
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The Post-War Dream

Author: Brian Paone

Narrator: Michael Langan

Unabridged: 8 hr 9 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Scout Media

Published: 08/01/2022


Synopsis

War broke his spirit. Can a young marine find healing in a world he'll never see the same way again?The South Atlantic Ocean, 1982. Royal Marine Fletcher Layne never expected to see combat when he enlisted, despite his father's vehement protests. Yet when he is deployed to the tiny Falklands Islands, he figures Argentina wouldn't dare challenge the islands' mighty British sovereignty. But all hell breaks loose over the territorial dispute, and he's devastated when a bullet misses him and kills a young comrade.Returning home with a heavy heart plagued by guilt, Fletcher resents any celebration of his heroism and his parent's disapproval. And as the traumatized survivor wrestles with two imagined voices of nagging conscience, he fears not even the gentle touch of a kind nurse will get him through to a peaceful tomorrow.Can he gain ground over his anguish before the darkness drags him down forever?The Post-War Dream is a gut-wrenching tale of historical wartime fiction, of one man's quest to reclaim his life before the ghosts of the past win. If you like insights into mental illness, vivid depictions of a bygone era, and a dash of romance, then you'll love Brian Paone's poignant story.Buy The Post-War Dream to face the fiends of battle today!

Reviews

Goodreads review by Gerri on May 17, 2022

** ARC reader ** "Can't let them see the cracks!" Set against the well-researched backdrop of England's history and indelible patriotic pride, author Brian Paone presents an artful evolution of Pink Floyd's concept album; The Final Cut The Post-War Dream revolves around Fletcher Payne and in part, his......more

Goodreads review by Bill on January 03, 2023

This novel, based on Pink Floyd’s most misunderstood album, is so much better than you might guess if all you know is the inspiration. While perhaps not adhering strictly to the characters Roger Waters created, it’s an extremely moving story of intergenerational trauma, full of empathy for the ordin......more

Goodreads review by Mr G Chedgzoy on February 27, 2023

Great Story Really enjoyed this book. Described perfectly the post traumatic effects of war and the ultimate recovery from and acceptance of events. Loved Carter and Dobbs. Smashing read well recommended.......more