Super Short Summary

Good Night, Irene by Luis Alberto Urrea is a historical fiction novel following Red Cross volunteers Irene Woodward and Dorothy Dunford, who serve American troops during World War II by operating a Clubmobile that provides coffee, doughnuts, and companionship. The story explores their friendship, trauma, mental health, and wartime experiences, offering a poignant look at the resilience of women in conflict zones. The novel contains graphic descriptions of violence, sexual harassment, war-related trauma, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).