Charles O'Malley, The Irish Dragoon, Volume 2

"Charles O'Malley, The Irish Dragoon, Volume 2" by Charles James Lever is a historical fiction following the escapades of Charles O'Malley, an energetic Irish dragoon, as he deals with war, companionship, and love during the Peninsular War. The story kicks off with funny stories from O'Malley’s buddy, "the Doctor," who shares wild times from Loughrea, highlighting parties, dances, and the money troubles that came with them. The novel has humor, but it also shows the strong bonds between officers as O'Malley thrives in unstable environments while facing the tough realities of war, displaying both the fun and hard times experienced by soldiers during a chaotic period.