Missionaries

In 'Missionaries', Phil Klay delves into the persistent and agonizing nature of violence through the stories of various characters in Colombia.

The novel follows characters such as Abel, a young foot soldier; Lisette, a jaded journalist; Juan Pablo, a Colombian military officer; and Mason, a former medic turned Special Forces Liaison.

Klay's narrative intertwines their lives, highlighting the complexities and moral ambiguities of war.

The book is a deeply ethical exploration that questions the purpose of war and the possibility of redemption for combatants, set against the backdrop of Colombia's struggle towards peace and democracy in the early 21st century.