Five soldiers recount times amidst Middle Eastern turmoil. These stories span from home life and enlistment (including reasons for joining), to experiences while serving during Operation Enduring Freedom [OEF] in Afghanistan.
Told from the viewpoints of five different men, this is more a conglomerate of short stories and segments in time rather than a traditional novel: though the whole makes a larger tale of camaraderie; tribulations; emotion; and even scars.
CAUTION: includes violence, mild language, and depictions of war.
About this work:
This is a first draft of a novel I started during NaNoWriMo 2009. It is far from conventional in its layout; and maybe even esoteric or subtle in parts. Too much so? That's where a Leanpub audience comes in.
Completion status:
Think of this version as a rough demo versus the track heard on the radio. This work is a complete first draft - meaning it has a beginning; middle; and end to it. Currently it's the most "complete" work on here, but I feel it has a way to go. Despite what you see now, you are guaranteed to see the whole story posted here; even if it's bit-by-bit as I get the conversion perfected.
A few factors are still being weighed; which I shall share with any supporter of this work. I guarantee at least one new major draft, which could drastically change the feel of the novel. I seek two major pieces of input from anyone who reads this novel…aside from any comments/suggestions.
Leanpub factor:
Anyone purchasing this title will have direct contact with me: meaning they can offer their own input or suggestions to improve my novel. There are still some factors I haven't decided on, which supporters can help influence.I will keep updating this until it seems ready for a physical release. Buyers will be along for the ride; seeing whatever revisions are done. Expect a draft or two.If there is enough interest or support generated, there is a CHANCE of a continuation to this story - which would follow more of what the original concept intended.
Want to get a bigger free peek than what's on Leanpub? Chapters are available free at the following links (for a limited time):
http://www.booksie.com/war_and_military/novel/miller_jivaro/holding-alpha/chapter/1
http://authonomy.com/books/23761/holding-alpha
Thanks for any support or encouragement towards this endeavor!
