So many WWII era books I have read. Yet, this one hit so close to home. The men who never returned. The families left behind to pick up the pieces. The men who did return. The men who didn't talk about their time during the war. Like my father-in-l aw who served in the South Pacific, the arena for this WWII saga.

What the Silent Say by Emerson Ford was exactly what I expected. A gut-wrenching, heart-ripping story that you couldn't miss a single word yet riveting enough to want you speeding through the pages.

Have your tissues ready because this did not disappoint.

Releases Jan 29th. I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

what a great historical fiction read!!!! this is based on the author's true life experience and tells the harrowing tale of events that took place in Okinawa. very well done!!!