Homefront

Homefront packs an emotional punch. Jaxon Altieri gives readers a glimpse into what coming home from war looks like. Daniel survived where others didn't, which is an entirely different impact than just the war experience. His best friend died even though he tried to save him. Altieri does not shy away from the complex emotions of being a survivor.

Altieri uses this vehicle to also showcase what happens to family members who lose those they love to war. Eric's anger and sadness in its endless cycle is beautifully displayed.

The anger leaps off the pages. The struggle to accept weeps through Daniel and Eric's words and actions.

I think for storyline purposes Altieri gives a feeling of hope and a sense of peace to come quickly. If you read this story and think why isn't it happening that quickly for me, don't worry and just take the steps like Danield does. I am not saying true love or total peace will be yours (smile), but breathing will get easier. (From one veteran suffering PTSD and anxiety to another.)

Altieri throws in a clean sweet romance to tie the story together. I like Daniel and Eric and wish for them every success. I hope Altieri goes back to Jasper Falls and writes more stories about soldiers and we can see whether Eric and Daniel make it. They have a VA center and it is a peaceful place...soldiers will come. Let Homefront be the beginning of these types of stories because they need to be told.

I received an ARC of this book and I am writing a review without prejudice and voluntarily.