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Sunrise Over Fallujah

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2008

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Walter Dean Myers

Sunrise Over Fallujah

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Iraq • 2000s

Theme
Publication Year

2008

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

780L

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Super Short Summary

Sunrise Over Fallujah by Walter Dean Myers follows eighteen-year-old Robin "Birdy" Perry from Harlem as he enlists in the U.S. Army and is stationed in Iraq during the early stages of the Iraq War in 2003. The novel explores Birdy's motivations for joining, his experiences and challenges while serving, and his evolving perspective on war and his initial beliefs, particularly after enduring personal losses during combat situations. Sensitive topics in the book include wartime violence, death, and psychological trauma.

Gritty

Suspenseful

Emotional

Challenging

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.1

5,457 ratings

62%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sunrise Over Fallujah by Walter Dean Myers offers a gripping portrayal of modern warfare through the eyes of a young soldier. Critics commend its realistic depiction and complex characters. However, some find its pacing uneven and character development lacking depth at times. Overall, it's a compelling and thought-provoking read that illuminates the costs of war.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Sunrise Over Fallujah?

A reader who enjoys Sunrise Over Fallujah by Walter Dean Myers is likely drawn to contemporary war stories, political dynamics, and personal growth narratives. Fans of Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried or Khaled Hosseini's The Kite Runner would appreciate the gripping, emotional, and insightful portrayal of soldiers' experiences in Iraq.

4.1

5,457 ratings

62%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Iraq • 2000s

Theme
Publication Year

2008

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

780L

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