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Blackwater (Devil's Roses #6; Redeemers #1)

Jeremy Scahill
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Blackwater (Devil's Roses #6; Redeemers #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Jeremy Scahill

Blackwater (Devil's Roses #6; Redeemers #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

300

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

United States • 2000s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Blackwater by Jeremy Scahill explores the rise of the private military company Blackwater, detailing its role in U.S. military operations and controversies. It covers Blackwater's founding, growth, and key incidents involving its personnel, while examining broader implications for privatization of military functions and accountability.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

1,046 ratings

74%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jeremy Scahill's Blackwater is praised for its rigorous investigative journalism and in-depth exploration of private military companies. Critics commend its detailed research and engaging narrative. However, some reviewers note a perceived bias and occasional repetitive arguments. Overall, it's a powerful and thought-provoking read on modern warfare and private security.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Blackwater (Devil's Roses #6; Redeemers #1)?

Readers who relish investigative journalism, geopolitical intrigue, and critiques of military-industrial complexes will find Blackwater by Jeremy Scahill compelling. Ideal for those who enjoyed Dirty Wars by the same author or The Shock Doctrine by Naomi Klein.

4.1

1,046 ratings

74%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

300

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

United States • 2000s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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