Saving Private Ryan
Saving Private Ryan
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Dramatic Literature•
Historical FictionEurope • 1940s
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World History1998
Adult
18+ years
640L
Super Short Summary
Saving Private Ryan by Max Allan Collins is a novelization of the film directed by Steven Spielberg. The story follows a group of World War II soldiers tasked with finding and bringing back a paratrooper, Private James Ryan, whose brothers have been killed in action, highlighting the challenges and camaraderie faced during their mission.
Gritty
Suspenseful
Emotional
Dark
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Saving Private Ryan by Max Allan Collins, a novelization of the acclaimed film, effectively captures the movie's harrowing intensity and emotional depth. The narrative vividly portrays the chaos of war and humanizes its characters. However, some readers find it lacks the visual impact and nuanced performances of the film. Overall, it's a compelling companion for fans.
Who Should Read Saving Private Ryan?
Readers who enjoy Saving Private Ryan by Max Allan Collins typically appreciate historical fiction, intense wartime narratives, and themes of heroism and camaraderie. Fans of Band of Brothers by Stephen E. Ambrose and The Thin Red Line by James Jones would find this book engaging.
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Novel • Fiction
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Dramatic Literature•
Historical FictionEurope • 1940s
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World History1998
Adult
18+ years
640L
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