This book masterfully captures the dichotomy between the excitement and agony of war. The author's struggles once home, racing against the Crazy sometimes reminded me of the struggles in Trumbo's protagonist faces in "Johnny Got His Gun" (though much less physical, it feels equally hopeless), while the staccato action sequences pull you in, and help illustrate why a return to civilian life could put someone on edge. 
 All in all, I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a quick read about modern warfare from a soldier's perspective.