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arytaco's review against another edition
3.0
This is close to four stars, as the morality and conflict between patriotism and pride is really, really interesting. Unfortunately, Colonel Nicholson’s story is sidelined for much of the latter half, instead being replaced with some material about the planned demolition of the bridge. A good section of writing, but the previous half’s highs aren’t found there.
miesebriese's review against another edition
2.0
ya allah the men you put on this earth to go to war are obsessing over a bridge
cdanders's review against another edition
informative
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
bailey_bea's review against another edition
4.0
"Every form of destruction requires its own individual techniques."
I sat on the edge of my seat. I laughed at the absurdity of Colonel Nicholson. And spent more time than I'd like trying to wrap my brain around page-long sentences. A great book to read and ponder. Though I felt as if I was watching a movie that kept alternating between fast-forward and slow-motion.
I sat on the edge of my seat. I laughed at the absurdity of Colonel Nicholson. And spent more time than I'd like trying to wrap my brain around page-long sentences. A great book to read and ponder. Though I felt as if I was watching a movie that kept alternating between fast-forward and slow-motion.
nimeneth's review against another edition
Dnf early on. It's boring and highly racist. I don't have the energy with this one to fight the 21st century mindset away to actually try to enjoy the tale.
agrdck20's review against another edition
5.0
I had just visited the River Kwai War Museum so was inspired to read this book. A well told story that provided a vivid overview of the times, the character of the soldiers and the operation.