This book was not the most interesting to me. I didn't hate it, but it just felt like a book written by a man for men. I'm sure it's amazing to people who are super into the Civil War, but just not really my thing. I'd recommend it to anyone who likes war stories or American history.

I thought this book was both beautiful and devastating. The prose was poetic and although it could be difficult for me to read at times, I loved the realistic imagery and that it did not glorify war. I was shocked to find out that the author had written this in his mid twenties without having ever been a soldier. 

The only thing that makes this 4 stars for me instead of 5 stars is that while Crane showcased the complexity of the MC's thoughts and his internal battle, the change of heart he had about halfway or 3/4 through the book seemingly came from nowhere. I think it was a plausible development, but maybe not as quickly as it seemed to have happened. I wonder if the book would have been slightly more impactful if he had died in a meaningful way instead of making it out unscathed.

it was fine... i heard it was inspiration for a farewell to arms which is what made me wanna read it but i found myself not really able to get into the story, even thought the writing is objectively good. maybe just not my gig!