Redeployment

Phil Klay's 'Redeployment' is a collection of twelve short stories that delve into the lives of soldiers during and after their deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The book addresses themes of brutality, faith, guilt, helplessness, and survival, providing a gritty and realistic portrayal of war.

Each story offers a unique perspective, from a Marine infantryman grappling with the memories of shooting dogs that fed on human corpses, to a Mortuary Affairs Marine collecting the remains of soldiers, and a chaplain whose faith is tested by the actions of a ferocious Colonel.

The stories highlight the complex emotions and moral complexities of war, as well as the isolation, remorse, and despair that can accompany a soldier's homecoming.

Written with raw honesty and emotional depth, 'Redeployment' is a powerful meditation on how war alters the psyche and leaves lasting scars on those who serve.