Under Fire

By Charles King

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A soldier says goodbye to his family and the comfort of home, venturing back into the wild American frontier and into a life full of conflict and difficult choices.

Genres

Culture/Civilization/Society History - American Fiction

Released

2006-12-14

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Summary

"Under Fire" by Charles King is a story about a Captain in late 19th century frontier America. It follows Captain Wilbur Cranston's journey back to his post, away from his wife and children, and dives into the tough choice between love for his family and his duty as a soldier. It presents how tough army life clashes with the comforts of home and family through exploring the mixed feelings of duty vs love of family. The book introduces us to the society of the time like Mrs. Barnand and foreshadows struggles that intertwine military life with personal issues, underlining the stark contrast between the busy stability of his old life with the uncertain future awaiting him in the West.