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| Title | : | Once in a Blue Year |
| Author | : | Michael D. Durkota |
| Book Format | : | Kindle Edition |
| Book Edition | : | Special Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 298 pages |
| Published | : | April 13th 2015 by Rogue13 Publications LLC (first published April 3rd 2015) |
| Categories | : | Books. Download Books |
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"A bold debut, filled with unforgettable moments and characters." — Kirkus ReviewsTop Medalist-Psychological Suspense, New Apple e-Book Awards
Finalist-First Novel, IAN Book of the Year Awards
Finalist-General Fiction, IAN Book of the Year Awards
A military story that focuses on the emotional cost to the families and friends left behind.
Dan and Trevor, two navy barracks roommates, are both left behind when their submarine is called to action. Dan is receiving a medical discharge from the navy. With nowhere else to go, he heads to the home of his good friends Nathan and Heather.
Trevor is a true submariner. But due to an incident involving Nathan, here he stands, stunned, watching all the girlfriends and wives wiping away their tears as the sleek silhouette of his ship glides stealthily down the river.
A rich, multilayered coming-of-age story, Once in a Blue Year follows the two young men through their struggles to discover who they are, each navigating their romantic relationships and coming to terms with the dramatic event at sea that forever altered their lives.
"In this lyrical debut novel, the lives of two U.S. Navy men take dramatic turns after they’re cut from a submarine mission during the Gulf War… Debut author Durkota writes a remarkable narrative centered on the afflicted mindsets of his Navy men… And while Durkota’s work often feels like a thriller, it’s more of a psychological study in which the characters, like flashes of lightning, are wonderfully alive for a very short time." — Kirkus Reviews
"Durkota's plot is inspired, and his writing is accomplished and vivid... Once in a Blue Year is most highly recommended." - Readers' Favorite
"The story is well-written with a lyrical style that borders on poetry at times... Really anyone who appreciates excellent writing will enjoy this one." - Online Book Club
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Ratings: 4.17 From 46 Users | 10 ReviewsCriticize About Books Once in a Blue Year
Like complex, dynamic characters? How about dramatic tension? A little mystery in the workings of love? Me, too! Hence the need to review and the need to praise.Once in a Blue Year sticks close to three submariners who are friends but often times unfriendly toward one another. Nathan, checked out from his wife and infant son, loves going under that big drink where he can find solace in his own little world. Dan is tormented by a desire to love someone off limits, but tormented more by hisOnce in a Blue Year by Michael Durkota is one of the most mesmerizing books I have ever read.Without looking up Michael Durkota before I started, I knew straight away that he must have been a submariner himself. The descriptions inside the submarine are exquisite to the tiniest detail. Without a doubt I felt like I was there, experiencing for myself: the coffee, the films, the banter, the heat, the lack of fresh air. Really, the author does a tremendous job of drawing you in to the life within a
Great book. The writing was both clear and smooth while being enriched with a much beauty. The story does a great job of creating suspense and questions for the reader that were consistently revealed throughout the story. The characters are interesting, believable, and entertaining. Read this!
I thoroughly enjoyed this story. Excellent writing. The characters were all very real to me. It provides a unique look at war in general and the submarine service in particular; the focus on the families left behind was intriguing. Highly recommended.
This book was strangely compelling for me. I was drawn to this book because of my interest in naval matters but it turned out that these were really just a background to a story of relationships. But I kept reading, waiting for it to get going. For something to happen. Then I got to the end.
Couldn't put the book down. Loved it!
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