Beaufort
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
368
Novel • Fiction
Beaufort Castle, Lebanon • 2000s
2008
Adult
18+ years
Beaufort, Ron Leshem’s first novel released in 2005, follows a group of Israeli soldiers guarding a symbolically important but tactically useless fortress in Lebanon during the final months before Israel's 2000 withdrawal. Told from the perspective of Lieutenant Liraz "Erez" Liberti, the story captures the soldiers' struggles with constant danger, internal conflicts, and shifting public opinion about the war.
Gritty
Suspenseful
Dark
Emotional
Challenging
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Ron Leshem's Beaufort has received acclaim for its gripping narrative and profound portrayal of the psychological impact of war on soldiers. Reviewers praise its powerful storytelling and emotional depth. However, some critics note occasional pacing issues and a lack of character development in supporting roles. Overall, it’s a compelling and thought-provoking read on the realities of conflict.
A reader who would enjoy Beaufort by Ron Leshem is likely fascinated by psychological and military narratives, and appreciates the intense emotional and moral complexities of war. Similar to fans of The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien, they seek profound, gritty, and humanistic portrayals of soldiers' experiences.
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368
Novel • Fiction
Beaufort Castle, Lebanon • 2000s
2008
Adult
18+ years
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