Sunrise Over Fallujah

Set against the backdrop of Iraq, the story follows Robin "Birdy" Perry, a young recruit from Harlem, as he grapples with his uncertain motivations for enlisting. Alongside his diverse comrades in the Civilian Affairs Battalion, Birdy confronts the harsh realities of war, where their mission to stabilize the country quickly shifts from idealism to survival. With richly developed characters like the tough Marla and the blues-playing Jonesy, the novel explores the complexities of contemporary warfare and the profound impact it has on those involved.